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Mar. 7, 2019
Not All Saturated Fats Are the Same for Cardiovascular Health
After examining the association between saturated fat sources and cardiovascular health, researchers recommend higher consumption of staple foods of the Mediterranean diet such as fruits, vegetables and whole grains.
Mar. 4, 2019
Ban on Trans Fats in NYC Restaurants Reduces Cardiovascular Risk
A recently published study found that overall trans fat levels had fallen by around 57 percent and people who frequently dined out benefited from a greater decrease of around 62 percent.
Feb. 26, 2019
Spain Tops List of World's Healthiest Countries
Bloomberg's Healthiest Country Index ranked Spain as the healthiest country in the world in 2019, beating out Italy. Healthy eating habits and the Mediterranean diet are mainly responsible for the increase.
Feb. 19, 2019 Health
Dietary Fiber Linked to Lower Risk of Heart Disease and Cancer
Jan. 31, 2019 Health
Key Nutrients in Mediterranean Diet Linked to Healthy Brain Aging
Jan. 7, 2019 Health
Supplementing the MedDiet With Some Dairy Can Be Heart Healthy
Jan. 2, 2019 Health
Med Diet During Mother's Pregnancy Linked to Lower Risk of Obesity in Children
Dec. 11, 2018 Health
Mediterranean Diet Plus Regular Exercise Maintains Weight Loss
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.
Oct. 29, 2018
Healthy Diets Like the Mediterranean Diet Are Tied to Better Cellular Aging
Nutritious diets have a lengthening effect on chromosomal structures called telomeres, which help protect against chronic disease.
Oct. 23, 2018
Mediterranean Diet May Help Prevent Macular Degeneration
A new study found eating a diet plentiful in fruit, vegetables and fatty fish, such as the Mediterranean diet, can help protect from an eye disease that erodes central vision.
Oct. 22, 2018
Squalene in Virgin Olive Oil May Help Tissue Repair
Squalenes, a compound found in virgin olive oil, might help cicatrization and tissue repair according to a research study by the University of Jaén.
Oct. 8, 2018
Mediterranean Diet Linked to 33 percent Lower Depression Risk
A new study uncovered more evidence that diet quality influences mental health.
Oct. 5, 2018
Med Diet May Lower Stroke Risk in Women
A new study in the U.K. suggests the Mediterranean diet may be particularly protective of stroke in women over 40, regardless of whether they take hormone replacement therapy or have experienced menopause.
Oct. 3, 2018
Yale Olive Oil Conference Underway
No less than 26 speakers each had between 20 and 40 minutes today in a rapid-fire mix of mostly scientific presentations on the mechanisms behind the health benefits of olive oil.
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. 17, 2018
Yale to Host Conference on Olive Oil, Plans to Establish Research Center
The conference will gather industry members from an array of disciplines to plan the formation of an olive oil think tank.
Sep. 12, 2018
Mediterranean Diet Prolongs Life of Seniors
The higher consumption of monounsaturated fat and the lower consumption of saturated fat is one of the main factors behind the longevity benefit of the Mediterranean diet.
Sep. 4, 2018
Mediterranean Diet May Slow Progression of Psoriasis
Spanish scientists advise psoriasis sufferers to consider following a healthy eating plan such as the Mediterranean diet.
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. 28, 2018
Mediterranean Diet May Improve Teens' Grades
A new study shows the consumption of the Mediterranean diet is associated with higher scores in core school subjects and verbal skills in adolescents.
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.