Hydroxytyrosol, a phenolic compound found in extra virgin olive oil, can lower levels of oxidized LDL cholesterol and may have potential cardiovascular and neuroprotective benefits.

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News Briefs

Mar. 26, 2025

Using Extra Virgin Olive Oil and Olive Mill Byproducts to Create Healthy Snacks

Researchers use extra virgin olive oil and a proprietary olive mill byproduct to bake polyphenol-enriched crackers.

Mar. 21, 2025 Health

Lessons Learned Developing the Tuscan Food Pyramid

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Mar. 18, 2025 News Briefs

Exploring Olive Oil's Impact on Mental Well-being

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Mar. 11, 2025 Basics

Experts Offer Tips on Adopting the Mediterranean Diet

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Jan. 28, 2025 News Briefs

Mill Wastewater Extract Yields Promising Health Benefits

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Jan. 9, 2025 Health

MedDiet Named World’s Best for Eighth Straight Year

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Health

Dec. 30, 2024

Spain Tackles the Salty Truth About Table Olives

High sodium levels in table olives concern public health officials, but the pollution from the production process is even greater.

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Health

Dec. 16, 2024

Collegiate Cross-Country Champions Use Olive Oil to Fight the Cold

Before winning their championship races, the men’s and women’s Brigham Young University runners covered themselves in warm olive oil.

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Health

Dec. 5, 2024

Trump Health Secretary Pick Elevates Seed Oil Controversy to U.S. Cabinet

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has long railed against seed oils. If confirmed as the Secretary of Health and Human Services, he will be in a position to regulate the industry.

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Health

Nov. 13, 2024

Early Intervention with Extra Virgin Olive Oil Shows Promise in Reducing Down Syndrome Symptoms

New research in mice suggests that extra virgin olive oil consumption could mitigate neurodegenerative effects caused by Downs syndrome.

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News Briefs

Oct. 18, 2024

Small Study Suggests Anti-Aging Potential of Polyphenols on Skin

Oleocanthal and oleacein significantly reduced wrinkle count in both men and women.

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Health

Oct. 13, 2024

Mediterranean Diet Adherence Linked to Lower Risk of Atrial Fibrillation

A recent study has described the Mediterranean diet as a robust preventative strategy against the development of atrial fibrillation, potentially due to its polyphenols.

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Health

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.

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Health

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.

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Health

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.

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News Briefs

Sep. 12, 2024

Low-Carb Mediterranean Diet Aids Diabetes Patients in Achieving Remission

A review found that a low-carbohydrate Mediterranean diet was more effective in helping type 2 diabetes patients achieve remission compared to a low-fat or traditional Mediterranean diet.

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Health

Aug. 19, 2024

A Low-Fat Vegan Diet May Lower LDL Cholesterol More than An Olive Oil-Enriched Diet

While a study confirmed previous research about the relationship between extra virgin olive oil and cholesterol, some experts criticized its design.

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Basics

Jul. 23, 2024

Why Extra Virgin Olive Oil Is Linked with Lower Dementia Risk, Better Brain Health

Research demonstrates that the polyphenols and monounsaturated fatty acids in extra virgin olive oil are associated with a lower risk of dementia and mitigation of its symptoms.

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Health

Jul. 15, 2024

Med Diet Adherence Associated with Lower Mortality Risk for Cancer Survivors

Researchers followed 800 cancer survivors for more than a decade, observing that Mediterranean diet adherence could be associated with a lower all-cause mortality.

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Basics

Jul. 10, 2024

Understanding the Positive Effects of Extra Virgin Olive Oil on Cardiovascular Diseases

Cardiovascular diseases are the leading cause of death worldwide. Research links extra virgin olive oil consumption with better heart health.

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Food & Cooking

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.