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Jan. 22, 2018
Mediterranean Diet May Reduce Risk of Frailty in Older Adults
New findings suggest that a diet consisting mainly of plant-based foods with low to moderate amounts of fish and poultry kept people independent and healthy as they aged.
Jan. 10, 2018
Olive Council Scientific Conference at UC Davis
On January 17, a panel of experts will discuss the mechanisms of olive oil and their roles in the prevention of cancer, diabetes, cardiovascular and neurological diseases.
Nov. 27, 2017
5 Foods That Fight Rheumatoid Arthritis
Research examining the effects of food on rheumatoid arthritis suggested the anti-inflammatory properties of olive oil and other foods in the Mediterranean diet may help minimize and prevent joint destruction.
Nov. 15, 2017 Health
Oct. 30, 2017 Health
Mediterranean Diet and EVOO Reduce Incidence of Gestational Diabetes
Oct. 12, 2017 Food & Cooking
Oct. 4, 2017 Health
Study: Plant-Based Diet Alleviates Reflux as Effectively as Medications
Sep. 25, 2017 Health
Even Late Adoption of a Healthier Diet Can Help, Study Finds
Aug. 29, 2017
Mediterranean Diet Linked to Lower Risk of Gallbladder Surgeries
New research discovered the consumption of staples of the Mediterranean diet, such as whole grain breads, fruit, vegetable oil and legumes, may promote the health of the gallbladder.
Aug. 7, 2017
Only Rich, Well-Educated Benefit From Med Diet
A study has revealed that the Mediterranean diet is only beneficial to those who have access to high-quality foods.
Aug. 2, 2017
Small Dietary Changes Can Reduce Risk of Death
A mere 20 percent improvement in the quality of your diet may decrease the risk of death by 8 to 17 percent.
Aug. 1, 2017
EVOO a Guest of Honor at Gracie Mansion
Paola Aranci is the executive chef of Gracie Mansion, the official residence of the Mayor of New York City, Bill de Blasio. In this exclusive interview, she shared her love of cooking and her special connection to extra virgin olive oil.
Jul. 25, 2017
Chocolate Can Protect Our Brains
Cocoa beans contain high concentrations of flavanols, which are naturally-occurring compounds that can protect our brains.
Jul. 17, 2017
MUFAs May Fight Rheumatoid Arthritis
The study found that the key lies in monounsaturated fatty acids like those found in olive oil, sesame oil, nuts, seeds, avocados, and peanut butter.
Jul. 10, 2017
Parts of the Mediterranean Diet Are More Beneficial for Colorectal Health
Adherence to a combination of three components of the Mediterranean diet can reduce the risk of developing a precancerous colorectal lesion by 85 percent.
Jun. 29, 2017
Monounsaturated Fat Linked to Fatty Liver Disease
New research out of the University of California, San Francisco has found that a monounsaturated fat may be associated with fatty liver disease. The study examined the livers and fat of mice that were fed different diets.
Jun. 22, 2017
Extra Virgin Olive Oil May Prevent Alzheimer's, Study Finds
Extra virgin olive oil consumption decreases the three main characteristics displayed by the Alzheimer's disease phenotype.
Jun. 19, 2017
Red Onions Have Potent Cancer-Fighting Properties
Onion-based flavonoids are best at triggering apoptosis in abnormally dividing cells, researchers found.
Jun. 15, 2017
Pasta Not as Fattening as Previously Thought
Pasta consumption relates to slimmer bodies, a new study found.
Jun. 13, 2017
Med Diet Can Cut the Risk of Obesity Almost in Half
Spanish scientists found that adhering to the Mediterranean diet might decrease the risk of obesity by 43 percent.
May. 15, 2017
Study Says Cutting Saturated Fat Doesn't Reduce Heart Disease Risk
Researchers found that doctors' admonitions to avoid foods high in saturated fat like butter and cheese were "just plain wrong."
May. 8, 2017
Med Diet Protects Teens From Abdominal Obesity
Increased adherence to Mediterranean diet was found to be associated with decreased waist circumference in teenage boys and girls.
May. 6, 2017
Research Reveals Links Between Osteoarthritis and Animal Fat Consumption
Australian researchers have identified a link between saturated fat consumption and the likelihood of developing osteoarthritis -- the first time the relationship has directly been explored.