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Jan. 3, 2024

Promoting the Role of Women in the Olive Sector

Jill Myers founded the Women in Olive Oil network to connect women across the sector while promoting their voices and highlighting their contributions.

Jan. 2, 2024

Study Reveals How Polyphenols Lower Insulin Resistance

Mice fed a high-fat diet comprised of polyphenol-enriched extra virgin olive oil demonstrated gene expressions associated with reduced oxidative stress and inflammation.

Dec. 5, 2023

EU Project Aims to Level the Playing Field with Processed Foods

The MedDiet4All project promotes the benefits of a Mediterranean diet and communicates the adverse health effects of ultra-processed foods.

Nov. 14, 2023

Mediterranean Diet Linked to Improved Outcomes in Liver Disease Patients

Following the Mediterranean diet for one year improved the symptoms of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease in obese patients over the age of 60.

Nov. 6, 2023

Polyphenol in EVOO May Shield Kidneys from Diabetes-Related Damage, Study Finds

Researchers investigated the use of dihydroxyphenylglycol, a polyphenol present in extra virgin olive oil, to treat kidney disease caused by type 1 diabetes.

Nov. 1, 2023

Study Shows Benefits of EVOO Supplementation in Male Athletes

Olive oil supplementation increases testosterone levels while reducing stress hormones in male athletes.

Oct. 31, 2023

Med Diet Alleviates PTSD Symptoms, Study Suggests

While researchers said more work needs to be done, they believe they are closer to being able to provide dietary recommendations for individuals with post-traumatic stress disorder.

Oct. 30, 2023

New Spray Could Protect Olive Trees from Xylella

Researchers have developed a technology that allows the inactivation of specific plant genes through a single spray application.

Oct. 26, 2023

Research Shows the Role of Polyphenols in Inhibiting Cancer Metastasis

Spanish scientists investigated the role of oleocanthal and oleacein in modulating angiogenesis, which is directly related to the progression of different types of tumors.

Oct. 24, 2023

Olive Grove Bacteria May Hold Key to Combating Xylella

Certain microorganisms provide biological advantages like a secondary immune system, researchers found.

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Oct. 23, 2023

Common Olive Pomace Compound Demonstrates Anticancer Potential

Researchers developed nanoparticles of maslinic acid, which has been shown to help combat breast, colon, pancreatic and prostate cancers through various therapies.

Oct. 12, 2023

Researchers Identify Three Olive Varieties Resistant to Pervasive Fungus

Three cross breeds of Frantoio, Koroneiki and Arbosana olives resisted Verticillium dahlia in a controlled environment.

Oct. 11, 2023

Researchers Identify Olive Genes Associated with Fruit Weight

The findings could help growers select the most productive olive varieties. Next, they plan to look for genes associated with polyphenol production.

Oct. 11, 2023

How Air Pollution Affects Olive Oil Quality in California

Producers and researchers weigh in on the impact of wildfire smoke and air pollution on the local olive oil industry.

Sep. 28, 2023

Hydroxytyrosol May Help Prevent Colon Cancer Spread, Research Suggests

During in vitro experiments, hydroxytyrosol, a prominent olive oil polyphenol, was found to target a protein involved in cancer cell reproduction.

Sep. 28, 2023

Precise Irrigation Key to Long-Term Productivity

A drought-resistant crop, olives still need adequate watering. Researchers are optimizing irrigation to improve yield and quality.

Sep. 28, 2023

Regenerative Ag Practices Improve Profitability of Steep-Slope Olive Farms

After finding that soil health improved in abandoned steep-slope olive groves, researchers determined organic and regenerative farming could yield similar results.

Sep. 26, 2023

How Monovarietal Olive Oils Promote Ecological Farming, Safeguard Landscapes

Producing monovarietal extra virgin olive oil promotes endemic varieties, which require fewer phytosanitary interventions, preserve landscapes and promote biodiversity.

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