Articles Tagged | "Mediterranean diet"

Olive Oil Beneficial for Elderly

by Elena Paravantes

Extra virgin olive oil reduced total cholesterol, but also increased HDL levels, also known as the "good" cholesterol, in a recent study.

Posted on May 13 2013

Mediterranean Diet Can Reduce Risk of Stroke and Heart Attack by 30 Percent

by Elena Paravantes

A Mediterranean diet with olive oil or nuts reduced major cardiovascular events by 30 percent.

Posted on February 27 2013

Top 5 Health Benefits of Olive Oil

by Elena Paravantes

Its effects are still not fully understood, yet some ways olive oil can preserve and improve human health have been firmly established.

Posted on December 12 2012

Just Maybe the World’s Best Place to ‘Live’

by Costas Vasilopoulos

The people of Ikaria island in the Aegean Sea have fully grasped the meaning of leading a healthy and happy life.

Posted on November 14 2012

High-Fat Meal with Olive Oil Can Have Immediate Positive Effects

by Elena Paravantes

A new study shows that the positive effects the Mediterranean diet can have on the heart are immediate.

Posted on November 02 2012

Olive Oil May Help Protect Skin from the Aging Effects of the Sun

by Naomi Tupper

New research suggests that a high intake of olive oil and other monounsaturated fats may protect the skin against sun-related aging.

Posted on October 25 2012

Mediterranean Diet Forum Returns to Imperia

by Luciana Squadrilli

The forum hopes to advance the diet as an essential social and economic asset for Liguria and all Mediterranean countries.

Posted on October 22 2012

Olive Oil May Protect Bones

by Elena Paravantes

A new study by Spanish researchers shows that adding olive oil to the diet may help preserve bone.

Posted on August 15 2012

An ‘Oil Change’ Helps Two Greek Companies Stay Ahead

by Costas Vasilopoulos

Olive oil is now used by food companies in ready meals and food products in innovative ways signaling a turn to a healthier way of life.

Posted on August 13 2012

Mediterranean Diet Can Help You Live ‘Better’

by Elena Paravantes

According to Spanish researchers, adherence to a Mediterranean style diet rich in olive oil, fruits, vegetables and fish is associated with better physical and mental health.

Posted on June 06 2012

France University Offers Degree in Olive Oil

by Alice Alech

Students in the University of Montpellier program can earn a Diplôme Universitaire (DU) d'Oléologie, or a university specialization diploma in olive oil.

Posted on May 22 2012

Michelle Obama Awarded a 1,400 Year-Old Olive Tree

by Luciana Squadrilli

First Lady Michelle Obama will be awarded with a 1,400 year-old olive tree named "La Regina" in Salento for her commitment to a healthy lifestyle.

Posted on May 20 2012

Mediterranean Diet with Exercise Ideal for Metabolic Syndrome

by Elena Paravantes

The Mediterranean Diet coupled with physical activity results in weight loss and better quality of life for those with metabolic syndrome.

Posted on April 17 2012

Olive Oil, Beans and Fish Protect from Breast Cancer

by Elena Paravantes

According to a new study by Greek-Cypriot researchers, a diet rich in olive oil, vegetables, beans and fish can protect from breast cancer.

Posted on March 29 2012

Culinary Event Provides User’s Manual for Cretan Olive Oil

by Elena Paravantes

Students from the University of Gastronomic Sciences of Slow Food, learned how olive oil is used in Cretan cuisine at the award-winning Biolea mill on the Astrikas estate in Kolymbari, Western Crete.

Posted on March 27 2012

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