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Aug. 15, 2012
A new study by Spanish researchers shows that adding olive oil to the diet may help preserve bone.
Jul. 9, 2012
Olive Oil Beneficial During Fertility Treatment
A study from the Harvard School of Public Health has found a positive association between good fats and positive outcomes in women having In Vitro Fertilization.
Jun. 26, 2012
Dress Your Salad in Olive Oil to Get the Most Nutrients
New research shows that olive oil might be the best choice of salad dressing when it comes to absorbing nutrients from the vegetables.
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Apr. 9, 2012
Tomatoes and Olive Oil May Reduce Impotence
A daily dose of extra virgin olive oil combined with lycopene from tomatoes improved the sex lives of a group of Spanish men, according to a report by the Madrid Urological Institute.
Mar. 13, 2012
Mona Lisa Smile . . . or Grimace
According to an Italian specialist the Mona Lisa’s smile shows clear signs of high cholesterol. Just maybe her long life was due to a turnaround to a more heart-healthy diet.
Mar. 5, 2012
Olive Oil May Help Prevent Neurodegenerative Diseases
A study carried out by the Lipid Unit of the Barcelona Hospital Clinic suggests that high consumption of olive oil, and other foods rich in polyphenols may improve cognitive function and prevent neuro-degenerative diseases.
Feb. 23, 2012
Think Twice About Antioxidant Claims
One of few food label claims to survive a rigorous European review was the antioxidant effect of olive polyphenols, news that saw the olive extract sector surge. But nutrition expert John Finley counsels caution on such claims.
Feb. 8, 2012
Study Finds Benefits of Olive Oil and Albumin for Treatment of Spinal Injuries
New research carried out at the National Hospital of Paraplegics in Toledo shows possible benefits of oleic acid in combination with albumin in spinal injury treatment.
Jan. 20, 2012
Dalmia-Funded Study Finds Indians Could Benefit by Using Olive Pomace Oil
A new study showed that participants who used olive pomace and canola oils had a decrease in body weight, waist circumference, lipids in the blood, and liver fat.
Jan. 19, 2012
Hospitals in Madrid Will Start the Day with a 'Spanish Breakfast'
HM Hospitals in Madrid will offer from now on the "Spanish Breakfast," an initiative of the Spanish Olive Oil Interprofessional Organization, to patients and employees.
Sep. 26, 2011
Spanish Company Introduces Olive Oil Supplement for Pets
The maker of Felicitá says it can help prevent cardiovascular disease and cancer, reduce shedding, strengthen claws, and improve digestion.
May. 13, 2011
Tapping Hidden Value in Liquid Gold
Science and industry are finding new ways to capture and exploit the healthful properties of olive oil.
Feb. 7, 2011
Olive Oil Joins the Fight Against Osteoporosis
A new study finds that olive oil could play an important role in the future development of drugs and in the dietary requirements of patients with osteoporosis.
Jan. 26, 2011
Olive Oil May Protect from Depression
A diet rich in olive oil can protect from mental illness according to a new study by researchers from the Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and the University of Navarra.
Aug. 25, 2010
Every day there seem to be more and more reasons why extra-virgin olive oil should be a part of everybody's eating plan. If it isn't already part of yours, here are ten powerful reasons to add it to the menu.