Jul. 26, 2023
Mediterranean Diet Associated with Successful Aging, Study Finds
Researchers found that Greeks who followed the Mediterranean diet were healthier and more active as they aged than those who followed the diet less closely.
Jul. 25, 2023
Patients Respond to Nutrition Guidance Via Telehealth, Study Shows
Intervention through telehealth can positively complement face-to-face care in sustaining dietary and lifestyle changes.
Jul. 19, 2023
Exploring the Health Benefits of Hydroxytyrosol in Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Hydroxytyrosol is among the 25 phenolic compounds found in extra virgin olive oil, playing a role in preventing noncommunicable diseases.
Jun. 8, 2023 Health
Med Diet Benefits Similar to Walking 4,000 Steps, Study Finds
May. 23, 2023 News Briefs
Researchers Investigate Role of Bioactive Compounds in Neurodegenerative Diseases
Apr. 24, 2023 Health
Americans Find Cost of Food Biggest Barrier to a Healthy Diet, Survey Finds
Mar. 27, 2023 News Briefs
Med Diet More Effective in Obesity Prevention than Other Diets, Study Finds
Mar. 23, 2023 Health
Mar. 20, 2023
Health Researcher: Focus on Healthier Diets Instead of ‘Demonizing’ Certain Foods
Decades of demonizing specific foods and macronutrients have not tangibly reduced obesity and cardiovascular disease. One researcher argues for a different approach.
Mar. 14, 2023
Mediterranean Diet and Exercise Improve Working Memory in Young Students
Adherence to the Mediterranean diet and physical activity was linked with enhanced working memory in school-age children in a recent study.
Feb. 10, 2023
New Research Links Olive Oil Consumption and Reduced Autoimmune Occurrence
Researchers found that olive oil consumption promotes healthy gut microbiota and hinders the development of gut pathogens that impair immune function.
Jan. 19, 2023
Mediterranean Diet Again Named Best Overall
The MedDiet again won out over other diets and eating plans to receive recognition as the best overall diet according to the U.S. News and World Report.
Dec. 14, 2022
Med Diet Might Reduce Prenatal Stressors and Improve Child Health Outcomes
New research suggests that the Mediterranean Diet might significantly reduce inflammation, obesity and chronic diseases in pregnant mothers and their children.
Dec. 10, 2022
The health benefits of olive oil are mostly derived from monounsaturated fats and polyphenols. However, not all olive oils are created equally.
Dec. 1, 2022
Study Reveals How Mediterranean Diet Might Counteract Covid-19
New research demonstrated that flavonoids and hydroxytyrosol counteract some of the most deadly impacts of Covid 19, including cytokine storms and lung inflammation.
Nov. 28, 2022
Olive Wellness Institute Questions Study on Diet and Dementia
The olive oil science organization said the use of the term ‘modified Mediterranean diet’ is misleading if it does not include extra virgin olive oil.
Oct. 31, 2022
New Research Finds No Link Between Diet and Reduced Dementia Risk
The study found no link between adherence to a modified Mediterranean diet and lower dementia incidence. Still, researchers indicated that diet likely remains one factor among many.
Oct. 24, 2022
Researchers Review Benefits of Mediterranean Diet to Reduce Obesity
After an extensive review of the scientific literature, researchers found that following the Mediterranean diet yields many benefits for obese people and those at risk of obesity.
Oct. 24, 2022
Following MedDiet Fortified With Polyphenols Reduces Visceral Adiposity
An 18-month trial showed a polyphenol-rich Med Diet might exceed the benefits of a traditional MedDiet against visceral adipose tissue accumulation.
Oct. 12, 2022
Study: Med Diet Adherence Linked with Lower Intestinal Inflammation
Researchers theorized that fiber-rich foods associated with the MedDiet created an ecological advantage for certain microbes to flourish and contributed to lower levels of inflammation.
Sep. 29, 2022
Following MedDiet Linked to Healthier Brain Activity
Researchers found lower levels of six metabolites known to lower cognitive function in study participants following the Mediterranean diet.
Sep. 22, 2022
Spanish Ministers Highlight Importance of Researching Health Benefits of Olive Oil
The ministers of agriculture and science pledged more funds to research and announced ambitions for Spain to become a leading global food science hub.
May. 13, 2022
Following the MedDiet Improves Depression Symptoms in Young Men
Researchers said the results demonstrate the role of a healthy diet in the treatment of depression in young adults.