On Nutella, Olive Oil and Obesity

On Nutella, Olive Oil and Obesity

by Dr. M.P. Graziani

The recent Nutella affair provoked scandal and outrage in Italy, while the UNESCO decision enshrining olive oil was met with understated pride. What's going on here?

Posted on September 02 2010

EVOO Top 10

EVOO Top 10

by Michelle Leddon

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.

Posted on August 25 2010

Spain Looks at Overstocked EVOO for School Lunches

Spain Looks at Overstocked EVOO for School Lunches

by Daniel Williams

The inclusion of olive oil into school meals would create internal demand for Spanish olive oil much of which has been warehoused to rescue falling prices.

Posted on July 27 2010

EVOO Fights Heart Disease Changing How Genes Function

EVOO Fights Heart Disease Changing How Genes Function

by Olive Oil Times Staff

New research in the FASEB Journal suggests that the polyphenols in virgin olive oil modify the expression of atherosclerosis-related genes, leading to health benefits.

Posted on June 30 2010

Explaining Why Virgin Olive Oil Protects Against Breast Cancer

Explaining Why Virgin Olive Oil Protects Against Breast Cancer

by Olive Oil Times Staff

Scientists demonstrated that virgin olive oil is associated with a decrease in the activity of the p21Ras oncogene, which stimulates the growth of tumors.

Posted on June 30 2010

Experts Urge EU to Recognize Olive Oil Benefits

Experts Urge EU to Recognize Olive Oil Benefits

by Daniel Williams

International business and medical experts meet to discuss health benefits of olive oil unrecognized by the European Union.

Posted on June 26 2010

Olive Oil Diet Reduces Aging at Cellular Level

Olive Oil Diet Reduces Aging at Cellular Level

by Olive Oil Times Staff

A diet based on olive oil was found to cause less oxidative stress to the mitochondria in cells.

Posted on June 11 2010

The Importance of Olive Oil in Breast Cancer Prevention

The Importance of Olive Oil in Breast Cancer Prevention

by Dr. Richard Beliveau

Different studies have shown that what we eat is a major risk factor for developing the the disease.

Posted on June 05 2010

Olive Oil Benefits are in the Genes

Olive Oil Benefits are in the Genes

by Olive Oil Times Staff

Polyphenols in olive oil reduce the activity of genes that promote inflammation, which could partly explain the reduced cardiovascular disease in Mediterranean countries.

Posted on May 04 2010

Olive Oil Protects Against Ulcers

Olive Oil Protects Against Ulcers

by Olive Oil Times Staff

In a recent study those with the highest intake of oleic acid had a 90 percent lower risk of developing ulcerative colitis.

Posted on May 03 2010

Olive Oil, Athlete Go in Stride

Olive Oil, Athlete Go in Stride

by Lori Zanteson

It’s no coincidence that winning athletes of the first Olympic games were crowned with olive wreaths. Olive oil and the athlete share a rich and celebrated history.

Posted on April 29 2010

An Olive Oil Obsession

An Olive Oil Obsession

by Daniel Williams

The typical Spaniard consumes 25 times as much olive oil as an American. Is there a lesson here?

Posted on April 19 2010

Olive v. Canola

Olive v. Canola

by Olive Oil Times Staff

Although canola, corn and mixed vegetable oil may have some merit in terms of fat composition any potential benefit must be weighed against its most likely origin from genetically engineered plants.

Posted on April 05 2010

Olive Oil Soapmaking in Marseille, France

by Olive Oil Times Staff

Big blocks of olive-oil based soap were first crafted in the Middle Ages in the South of France city of Marseille. Today "Savon de Marseille" remains the world's most famous soap, prized for its purity and gentle care.

Posted on April 01 2010

The Skinny on Fat: Good, Bad, Really Bad

The Skinny on Fat: Good, Bad, Really Bad

by Olive Oil Times Staff

Experts say eat foods containing “good” unsaturated fats: those found in olive oil and other plant-based oils, as well as nuts and fish.

Posted on March 23 2010

What are Polyphenols?

What are Polyphenols?

by Olive Oil Times Staff

Polyphenols are a potent antioxidant – one that can decommission an especially nasty molecule in your body, the free radical.

Posted on March 20 2010

Olive Oil and the Immune System

Olive Oil and the Immune System

by Olive Oil Times Staff

It has been documented that olive oil intake bolsters the immune system against external attacks from microorganisms, bacteria or viruses.

Posted on March 11 2010

Health Study: Med. Diet + Exercise Could Cut Alzheimer’s Risk

by Olive Oil Times Staff

A recent study suggests you could significantly cut your risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease if you’re more physically active and eat a Mediterranean-style diet.

Posted on March 09 2010