cardiovascular disease
Aug. 31, 2023
The Importance of Choosing Healthy Snacks for Your Overall Health
Choosing healthy snacks can be beneficial for overall health, even if you snack frequently.
Jun. 8, 2023
Med Diet Benefits Similar to Walking 4,000 Steps, Study Finds
Researchers at a Boston hospital found that following the Mediterranean diet had a similar health benefit to walking 4,000 steps each day.
Apr. 24, 2023
Americans Find Cost of Food Biggest Barrier to a Healthy Diet, Survey Finds
Just fifteen percent of Americans are familiar with the Mediterranean diet’s health benefits, a Cleveland Clinic survey finds.
Feb. 8, 2023
World Health Org. Set to Miss Deadline to Eliminate Trans Fats
Five years ago, the United Nations organization said all trans fats should be banned by 2023, but now acknowledge this will not happen.
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.
Jan. 17, 2022
Replacing Saturated Fats With Olive Oil Saves Lives, Harvard Research Suggests
Common causes of illness and death may be lowered significantly by swapping butter, margarine and mayonnaise for olive oil.
Dec. 30, 2021 Basics
Nov. 15, 2021 Health
Heart Association Declines to Endorse EVOO Consumption in Latest Guidance
Sep. 16, 2021 Basics
Aug. 23, 2021 Health
Study Suggests New Approach to Promoting a Heart-Healthy Diet
Jun. 8, 2021 News Briefs
Study: Eating Some Lean Red Meat With MedDiet May Lower Risk of Heart Disease
May. 28, 2021
Olive Oil One Factor in Extraordinary Longevity of Some Sardinian Residents
A new study shows that the consumption of olive oil played a role in maintaining cardiovascular health and mobility in elderly Sardinians.
May. 21, 2021
Study: EVOO-Rich Diet Improved Weight and Insulin Sensitivity in Mice with Liver Disease
The research also demonstrated that extra virgin olive oil did not reduce the damage inflicted by high-fat diets on mice with fatty liver disease.
Apr. 5, 2021
Europe Limits Use of Trans Fats in Foods
The move is widely seen as a positive step toward eliminating all trans fats by 2023.
Mar. 11, 2021
High-Polyphenol EVOO May Lower Risk of Vascular Diseases Associated with Diabetes
While the results of the study confirm previous findings, the message from researchers is new: The type of olive oil used in cardiovascular health studies is an important variable.
Jan. 12, 2021
Switching to the Mediterranean Diet Can Reduce the Risk of Having a Second Heart Attack
Researchers demonstrated that adopting the Mediterranean diet after suffering a heart attack could reduce the possibility of another and help lessen the damage brought on by cardiovascular disease.
Oct. 20, 2020
Study Suggests Olive Oil Helps Prevent Arterial Disease, Pomace Oil Might Worsen It
Olive oil consumption is associated with benefits for the prevention of peripheral arterial disease, while pomace oil could promote its development.
Aug. 31, 2020
Consuming High-Polyphenol EVOO Reduces Blood Pressure, Study Finds
Researchers found that consuming high-polyphenol extra virgin olive oil significantly reduced peripheral and central systolic blood pressure in healthy adults.
Jan. 10, 2019
New Study Delves Into Mechanisms Behind MedDiet's Health Benefits
Researchers found that following the Mediterranean diet may reduce the risk of developing cardiovascular disease by 25 percent. They also got some clues as to why this may be the case.
Dec. 11, 2018
Mediterranean Diet Plus Regular Exercise Maintains Weight Loss
A new study shows the formula tor long-term weight loss and heart health is to eat the nutritious Mediterranean diet and engage in regular workouts.
Nov. 26, 2018
FDA Allows Cardiovascular Health on Olive Oil Labels
A new 'qualified health claim' allows bottlers to say that their product improves heart health if consumed instead of animal-based fats.
Sep. 25, 2018
How the Combination of Olive Oil and Sleep Can Prevent Cardiovascular Events
Canadian scientists discovered olive oil helps protect against the platelet aggregation that leads to heart attacks and strokes.
Sep. 21, 2018
Fish Oil No Better Than Olive Oil for Reducing Cardiovascular Risk in Diabetics
Omega-3 fish oil supplements failed to prevent first-time heart attacks or strokes in diabetics compared to a control group that took olive oil capsules.
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.
Aug. 27, 2018
Professor's Criticism of Coconut Oil Goes Viral
Coconut oil is "one of the worst foods you can eat," said Harvard professor Karin Michels.
Jul. 20, 2018
Reduced Risk of Cardiovascular Events with Med Diet and EVOO or Nuts
A recently revised study suggested that a nutritious diet with healthy fat is more beneficial to the heart than a low-fat diet.