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Oct. 7, 2024

Extra Virgin Olive Oil Extract Exceeds Ibuprofen's Anti-Inflammatory Properties

A new method to sustainably draw oleocanthal and oleacein from extra virgin olive oil obtains an extract with powerful antioxidant properties.

Oct. 3, 2024

Can Olive Oil Really Prevent a Hangover? An Expert Weighs In

While olive oil will not mitigate the negative consequences of drinking too much, no harm can come from consuming it before a night out.

Sep. 12, 2024

New Book Seeks to Educate Consumers, Dispel Myths

Olive Oil for Dummies by Simon Poole and Amy Riolo, offers a comprehensive guide to olive oil, covering grades, health benefits, and usage.

Jul. 1, 2024

Three Beloved Greek Dishes to Try This Summer

Fresh, seasonal ingredients are combined with the year’s extra virgin olive oil to create some of the most delicious summer dishes of Greek cuisine.

Jun. 25, 2024

WHO Reports Hundreds of Thousands of Annual Deaths in Europe Linked to Ultra-Processed Foods

The World Health Organization accused the food and beverage industry of spreading misinformation and lobbying against public health initiatives.

May. 16, 2024

Daily Olive Oil Consumption Linked to Lower Dementia Death Risk, Study Finds

Harvard researchers found that daily consumption of at least seven grams of olive oil was associated with a 28 percent lower risk of dementia-related death.

May. 7, 2024

Mediterranean Diet and Exercise Associated with Better Gut Health in Older Adults

The study demonstrated these improvements to gut health yielded significant cardiovascular health benefits in older Mediterranean adults.

May. 1, 2024

Researchers Investigate Links Between MedDiet Adherence and Oral Health

The Mediterranean diet's antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory effects and its role in maintaining beneficial microorganisms are linked with positive oral health outcomes.

Apr. 30, 2024

Scientific Review Links Med Diet Adherence With Improved Urological Health

Researchers reviewed almost 1,000 studies to determine the associations between following the Mediterranean diet and improved urological and sexual health outcomes.

Apr. 23, 2024

Study Reveals Therapeutic Properties of Extra Virgin Olive Oil Polyphenols on Childhood Cancer

Researchers examined oleuropein and hydroxytyrosol for their potential in treating neuroblastoma, a formidable childhood cancer.

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Apr. 22, 2024

How Oleuropein Influences Extra Virgin Olive Oil Taste and Health Benefits

Along with oleocanthal and hydroxytyrosol, oleuropein is one of the main polyphenols found in extra virgin olive oil that determines its sensory characteristics and health benefits.

Apr. 9, 2024

The Role of Monounsaturated Fatty Acids in Olive Oil's Health Benefits

Oleic acid, classified as a monounsaturated fatty acid (MUFA), has been extensively studied by scientists over the last decades, consistently demonstrating many positive effects on human health.

Apr. 9, 2024

Processed Foods Associated with Negative Health Outcomes, Study Finds

Consumption of ultra-processed foods was associated with a greater risk of more than 30 negative health outcomes.

Mar. 7, 2024

Spanish Campaigners Lobby for Glyphosate Ban After EU Fails to Reach Consensus

The world’s most used herbicide was found in concentrations exceeding the legal limit in Mar Menor, spurring advocates to call for a ban in Spain.

Feb. 20, 2024

New Research Rekindles Debate on Nutri-Score’s Effectiveness

The OECD found Nutri-Score could save money on healthcare. Dutch researchers questioned the integrity of studies supporting the labeling system.

Feb. 1, 2024

Olive Oil Metabolites Linked with Improved Cardiovascular Disease Outcomes

The research demonstrated a link between virgin olive oil metabolite profiles and reduced risk of cardiovascular disease, but not diabetes.

Jan. 15, 2024

Oleocanthal: Behind the Health Benefits of Olive Oil's Famous Phenol

Found solely in extra virgin olive oil, oleocanthal demonstrates potent anti-inflammatory properties and has been linked to beneficial impacts on cancer and dementia.

Jan. 15, 2024

Chickens Fed Olive Oil Are More Resilient to Environmental Stressors, Study Finds

Separate research has also found that olive oil consumption improves the health of chicken meat and eggs for human consumption.

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