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.
Jan. 29, 2015
Mediterranean Diet Protective Against Obesity in Children
A recent study in eight European countries has shown that children who consume a Mediterranean diet were less likely to be overweight.
Jan. 19, 2015
Mediterranean Diet with a Swiss Twist Lowers Cancer and Heart Disease Risk
Even a culturally-adapted adherence to the traditional Mediterranean style diet can extend lives.
Jan. 15, 2015 Health
Researchers Trace Mediterranean Diet's Origin to Ancient Greek Medicine
Dec. 3, 2014 Health
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Oct. 22, 2014 Food & Cooking
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. 22, 2014
Mediterranean Diet, Workplace Health at Harvard Conference
The Harvard School of Public Health is hosting two events at the end of September celebrating Greek food and the health benefits of the Mediterranean diet.
Sep. 8, 2014
Mediterranean Diet Found to Decrease Mouth Cancer Risk
While eating raw, unprocessed foods seems to reduce the risk for mouth cancer, it's also what you’re not eating.
Sep. 3, 2014
Confused by Diet Options? Doctors Say Keep it Simple, Mediterranean
With studies giving conflicting information on the effectiveness of diet options, doctors say keeping it simple and "Mediterranean" is the way.
Jul. 7, 2014
Enrico Lupi Re-Elected at RE.C.O.MED
The chairman of the Italian National Association Città dell’Olio will return as president of the Mediterranean Olive Oil Cities Network.
May. 22, 2014
Add Olive Oil to Vegetables to Lower Blood Pressure
A study suggests that eating unsaturated fats (such as olive oil) with specific vegetables rich in in nitrite and nitrates can protect from hypertension.
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.
May. 13, 2014
Formidable Fat: The Plant-Based Olive Oil Diet
Brown University researcher Dr. Mary Flynn says her advocacy of a plant-based, olive oil diet was at one time considered outrageous.
May. 1, 2014
A 'Model Diet' for Prevention of Alzheimer's
Adherence to the Mediterranean diet slows cognitive decline, a condition that ultimately leads to Alzheimer’s disease.
Apr. 15, 2014
Mediterranean Diet Linked to Less Inflammation
Researchers have found that adherence to a Mediterranean diet is associated with lower levels of inflammation markers.
Apr. 1, 2014
More Evidence Mediterranean Diet Protects from Diabetes
A new meta-analysis shows a Mediterranean diet not only reduces the risk of diabetes, but more so in individuals at high risk for heart disease.
Apr. 1, 2014
Patent Applicant Claims Olive Polyphenols Help Blood Sugar Control
A New Zealand company is seeking an international patent for an olive leaf extract it says can help prevent or manage insulin sensitivity.
Mar. 24, 2014
Mediterranean Diet Lowers Risk of Heart Disease in U.S. Firefighters
Firefighters who followed a modified Mediterranean style diet had cholesterol levels associated with lower risk of heart disease.
Mar. 13, 2014
Mediterranean Diet May Mitigate Heart Failure Risk Factors
New evidence suggests a Mediterranean diet may improve the markers used to diagnose and provide a prognosis for heart failure.
Mar. 6, 2014
Mediterranean Diet Effective for Weight Loss, Study Finds
Obese subjects who followed variations of the Mediterranean diet not only lost weight, but were successful in maintaining it as well.