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Jan. 22, 2026
Study Finds Extra Virgin Olive Oil Improves Vascular Function in Hyperlipidemia Patients
A randomized controlled trial in Greece found that extra virgin olive oil consumption improved vascular function and key cardiovascular markers in patients with hyperlipidemia.
Dec. 10, 2022
The health benefits of olive oil are mostly derived from monounsaturated fats and polyphenols. However, not all olive oils are created equally.
Sep. 16, 2021
The Health Benefits of Coconut Oil: Facts and Fiction
A meta-analysis of 16 clinical trials found that coconut oil consumption increased both LDL and HDL cholesterol levels relative to other nontropical vegetable oils.
Aug. 23, 2021
Study Suggests New Approach to Promoting a Heart-Healthy Diet
Researchers conducted a meta-analysis of dozens of studies to determine the relationship between specific foods and heart disease.
May. 10, 2021
Extra Virgin Olive Oil-Enriched Chocolate Benefits People With Type 2 Diabetes, Study Finds
Researchers found that patients with type 2 diabetes could benefit from eating chocolate enriched with EVOO by decreasing their risk of developing atherosclerosis.
Sep. 4, 2018
New Studies Link Heart Health With Reduced Likelihood of Developing Dementia
Older adults who take care of their heart are less likely to develop dementia than people who neglect their cardiovascular health.
Sep. 1, 2017 Health
Dark Chocolate With Extra Virgin Olive Oil Improves Cardiovascular Risk Profile
Jul. 18, 2017 Health
Some Experts Dispute AHA Warning on Saturated Fats, Coconut Oil
May. 15, 2017 Health
Study Says Cutting Saturated Fat Doesn't Reduce Heart Disease Risk
May. 11, 2017 Health
Sep. 9, 2016 Health
Researchers Uncover Neuroprotective Effect of Picholine Olive Oils
Feb. 16, 2016
Olive Oil Component Stops Gut Bacteria Linked To Heart and Brain Diseases
Extra virgin olive oil contains a non-toxic chemical compound called DMB that prevents gut bacteria from converting certain nutrients into a harmful chemical that negatively affects heart and brain health.
Feb. 13, 2014
Mediterranean Diet May Protect the Heart More than a Low-Fat Diet
A review of the last fifty years of research showed a Mediterranean diet appears to be more effective in protecting the heart.
Nov. 2, 2012
High-Fat Meal with Olive Oil Can Have Immediate Positive Effects
A new study shows that the positive effects the Mediterranean diet can have on the heart are immediate.
Aug. 24, 2012
Adding 2 Tablespoons of Olive Oil Can Improve Blood Vessel Function
The addition of a small amount of olive oil to the diet appears to improve blood vessel function according to a new study by U.S. and Italian researchers
Sep. 21, 2011
Study Finds Olive Oil Can Be Better than Medication for Heart Disease
According to preliminary results of a Spanish study part of PREDIMED, a Mediterranean diet enriched with virgin olive oil or nuts can reverse arteriosclerosis in carotid arteries in just one year.