cardiovascular disease / page 8
Dec. 2, 2016
Replacing Saturated Fat with Mediterranean Diet Foods Lowers Heart Risk
A Harvard study found that the exchange of one percent of the saturated fat in a diet with healthful food can reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.
Sep. 9, 2016
Researchers Uncover Neuroprotective Effect of Picholine Olive Oils
Hydroxycinnamic acids, abundant in Picholine extra virgin olive oils, show neuroprotective effect against Alzheimer's B-amyloid peptide plaque deposits in the brain.
Aug. 30, 2016
Mediterranean Diet Lowers Death Risk for Heart Patients
New research indicates that the Mediterranean Diet reduces the mortality risk for heart disease patients more than taking statin medications.
Aug. 29, 2016 Health
Cardiologist Promotes High-Fat Diet with Olive Oil for Heart Patients
Jul. 28, 2016 Health
Cardiometabolic Benefits of Mediterranean Diet with Olive Oil in Type 2 Diabetics
Jul. 18, 2016 Health
Mediterranean Diet, Heavy on the Olive Oil, Can Reduce Risk of Chronic Disease
Jul. 14, 2016
Ten Foods That Can Lower Your Blood Pressure
Certain foods are especially valuable for fighting high blood pressure. Here are ten that have been shown to be particularly effective.
May. 9, 2016
Med Diet Reduces Risk of Major Cardiac Events
In a recent study, the Mediterranean diet decreased the risk of adverse events for patients with cardiovascular disease, while surprisingly the Western diet showed no association for an adverse risk.
May. 4, 2016
Nutritional Genomics and the Role of the Mediterranean Diet in Cardiovascular Disease
Early research in nutritional genomics shows the Mediterranean diet and consumption of olive oil fosters positive molecular changes in the body.
Feb. 19, 2016
Powerful Anti-Inflammatory Benefits of Olive Oil
Phenolic compounds in extra virgin olive oil exert powerful natural anti-inflammatory benefits for various health conditions.
Feb. 16, 2016
Exclusive Olive Oil Consumption Protects Against Coronary Artery Disease
Studies show some promising results for a protective effect against coronary artery disease with exclusive olive oil consumption.
Dec. 29, 2015
EVOO Effective in Lowering High Blood Pressure
Two tablespoons of phenol-rich EVOO can be effective in lowering blood pressure, according to a University of California at Davis Olive Center review.
Sep. 30, 2015
Unsaturated Fats and Whole Grain Carbohydrates Associated with Lower CHD Risk
Replacing saturated fats and refined carbohydrates with unsaturated fats such as olive oil and whole grain carbohydrates may help lower risk of heart disease.
Jul. 20, 2015
Olive Oil Polyphenols Reduce Bad Cholesterol and Plaque Formation
A new study reveals polyphenols in olive oil can reduce cardiovascular risks by decreasing bad cholesterol levels and atherogenicity.
Mar. 31, 2015
Olive Oil Improves Blood Lipid Profile, Reduces Risk of Heart Disease
Olive oil phenols can prevent chronic diseases but they diminish over time, a new report from the University of California at Davis has found.
Feb. 18, 2015
Study Shows Canola Oil Cannot Replace Olive Oil in a Mediterranean-Style Diet
Researchers concluded canola oil cannot be recommended as a suitable substitute for extra virgin olive oil in a Mediterranean-style diet.
Oct. 30, 2014
Corn Oil Lowers Cholesterol: We Can All Go Home
Mazola corn oil reduces cholesterol. Time to pack it all up and finally take up golf like I've wanted to do.
Oct. 14, 2014
Mediterranean Diet Can Reverse Metabolic Syndrome
A new study finds that following a Mediterranean diet can reverse metabolic syndrome, which afflicts up to 25 percent of adults.
Sep. 30, 2014
Olive Oil Seen as a Treatment for Heart Failure
Researchers from University of Illinois at Chicago have found that a certain fat found in olive oil may be beneficial in individuals with heart failure.
Jun. 9, 2014
Soil May Have Most Impact on Certain Olive Oil Phytosterol Levels
A new study shows that soil quality may impact steryl glucoside levels in olive oils more than olive cultivar or farming methods.
May. 19, 2014
The Right Olive Oil 'Dosage' for Those at High Risk of Cardio Diseases
A Spanish researcher provided new information on the amount and benefits of olive oil consumption for people with a high risk of cardiovascular disease.