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Sep. 15, 2021
Study: Oleocanthal Regulates Abnormalities in Receptor Responsible for Alzheimer’s
Researchers from the University of Louisiana-Monroe are working to create an oral oleocanthal-based supplement for Alzheimer’s patients.
Sep. 1, 2021
Oleocanthal-Based Treatment Shows Promise Against Aggressive Type of Breast Cancer
A study from the University of Louisiana-Monroe showed that an oleocanthal-xylitol formulation suppressed the initiation and progression of breast cancer in mice.
Aug. 26, 2021
Certain Food Proteins Reduce Bitterness and Pungency of EVOO
The findings could pave the way to increase the appeal of extra virgin olive oil for consumers turned off by bitter and pungent flavors.
Jun. 30, 2021 News Briefs
Spanish Researchers Begin Trialing Olive-Derived Treatment for Long Covid
May. 13, 2021 News Briefs
Grant Recipient to Study Impacts of Polyphenols on DNA Function
May. 4, 2021 Basics
May. 3, 2021 News Briefs
Phytochemicals in Olive Oil Help Prevent a Range of Diseases, Study Finds
Apr. 5, 2021
Mediterranean Diet Can Delay Parkinson's Disease, Study Shows
Nutrition could become a useful tool for physicians trying to mitigate the impacts of neurodegenerative diseases, according to researchers.
Mar. 29, 2021
Healthy Compounds in Pomace Oil Absorbed by Fried Foods, Study Finds
Frying with olive pomace oil may be healthier than other cooking oils.
Mar. 15, 2021
Studies Suggest EVOO Helps Reduce Covid Symptoms
Extra virgin olive oil and other key foods in the Mediterranean diet lower the risk of a cytokine storm, boost the immune system and have antiviral properties.
Mar. 11, 2021
High-Polyphenol EVOO May Lower Risk of Vascular Diseases Associated with Diabetes
While the results of the study confirm previous findings, the message from researchers is new: The type of olive oil used in cardiovascular health studies is an important variable.
Feb. 6, 2021
Dr. Gundry’s Olive Oil: Controversial Pitchman Peddles a Dose of Deception
A video advertisement for polyphenol-rich olive oil features a Beverly Hills doctor making questionable claims.
Jan. 11, 2021
Compound Found in Olives Protects Against Symptoms of Neuroinflammatory Disorders, Study Shows
Mice suffering from experimental autoimmune encephalomyelitis, a similar disease to multiple sclerosis, experienced protective effects when injected with the phenolic compound oleacein.
Dec. 28, 2020
Olive Leaves Have Higher Levels of Phenols in the Summer, Research Shows
Summer harvesting might provide the best results for the growing number of farmers and companies investing in olive leaf-derived products.
Dec. 7, 2020
Reducing the Size of Pomace Oil Particles Increases Its Healthy Properties, Study Shows
The bioaccessibility of polyphenols and the antioxidant capacity of olive pomace oil is positively affected by the micronization of its particles. Scientists think the discovery could lead to the production of olive pomace oil with greater health benefits.
Nov. 24, 2020
Study Sheds New Light on Benefits of High-Phenolic EVOO for Older Adults With Cognitive Impairment
New research demonstrated how the long-term consumption of high-phenolic, early-harvest extra virgin olive oil mitigates the effects of amnestic mild cognitive impairment in elderly people.
Nov. 23, 2020
New Production Technology Improves Olive Oil Quality
Tests show that high vacuum-assisted extraction technologies increase polyphenols and lower volatile compounds in extra virgin olive oils. Further tests are needed to understand their impact on yields.
Nov. 5, 2020
Polyphenols Found in Olive Oil Could Be Key Ingredient for Improving Food Safety
Researchers say olive oil rich in polyphenols could become a food additive ingredient for improving food safety and increasing protection for humans and livestock.
Aug. 31, 2020
Consuming High-Polyphenol EVOO Reduces Blood Pressure, Study Finds
Researchers found that consuming high-polyphenol extra virgin olive oil significantly reduced peripheral and central systolic blood pressure in healthy adults.
Mar. 6, 2020
Healthy Compounds in EVOO Still Present After Exposure to Heat
New research confirms the key components in extra virgin olive oil survive temperatures used in most domestic cooking.
Feb. 26, 2020
Polyphenols Shown to Have Distinct Anti-Bacterial Properties
Research on the antibacterial activity of olive varieties grown in southern Italy shows promise for natural treatments against E. coli and Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
Feb. 3, 2020
Gelato With EVOO Is a Functional Food, Italian Researchers Say
Research carried out at the University of Naples Federico II shows that extra virgin olive oil can be added to the Italian-style artisanal ice cream as a functional ingredient.