oleocanthal
Mar. 23, 2022
High-Phenolic EVOO May Improve Prognosis of Some Leukemia Patients, Research Suggests
In a small study, early-stage leukemia patients who consumed olive oil high in oleocanthal and oleacin experienced a decrease in the number of cancerous cells.
Dec. 30, 2021
What Are Polyphenols and Why Should You Care?
The plant compounds in high-quality extra virgin olive oils provide important health benefits.
Sep. 15, 2021
Study: Oleocanthal Regulates Abnormalities in Receptor Responsible for Alzheimer’s
Researchers from the University of Louisiana-Monroe are working to create an oral oleocanthal-based supplement for Alzheimer’s patients.
Sep. 1, 2021
Oleocanthal-Based Treatment Shows Promise Against Aggressive Type of Breast Cancer
A study from the University of Louisiana-Monroe showed that an oleocanthal-xylitol formulation suppressed the initiation and progression of breast cancer in mice.
Aug. 26, 2021
Certain Food Proteins Reduce Bitterness and Pungency of EVOO
The findings could pave the way to increase the appeal of extra virgin olive oil for consumers turned off by bitter and pungent flavors.
May. 4, 2021
Tips for Selecting High-Polyphenol Olive Oils
A guideline for selecting high polyphenol oils, with no additional information other than what is on the bottle’s label.
May. 3, 2021 News Briefs
Phytochemicals in Olive Oil Help Prevent a Range of Diseases, Study Finds
Sep. 22, 2020 Health
Mediterranean Diet May Help Prevent Rheumatoid Arthritis in Smokers
Aug. 27, 2020 News Briefs
NCI Funds Effort to Develop Oleocanthal as Cancer Prevention Tool
Feb. 25, 2019 Europe
Feb. 19, 2019 N. America
Auburn University Raising Money for Olive Oil and Alzheimer's Research
Jun. 6, 2018
Arthritis Foundation Recommends Olive Oil
The Arthritis Foundation suggests olive oil along with a Mediterranean diet to help arthritis sufferers.
Apr. 12, 2018
Greeks Lament EU Decision That Allows Enriching Seed Oils With Phenols
Greek Parliament members criticized an EU decision that allows the use synthetic hydroxytyrosol as a seed oil additive.
Jun. 21, 2017
World's Healthiest Olive Oil? The Jury's Still Out.
Boundary Bend claimed in a press release that its California blend was declared the "world's healthiest olive oil" at a competition in Spain. Scientists caution, however, that such a distinction is premature and, at worst, misguided.
Jun. 21, 2017
Researchers Link Oleocanthal to Cancer, Alzheimer's Prevention
A study concluded that oleocanthal administered as a pure entity was effective. The focus has now turned to developing a dietary supplement.
Aug. 25, 2016
EVOO Polyphenols May Provide Protection Against Platelet Aggregation in Cardiovascular Disease
Polyphenols in EVOO inhibit the platelet aggregation that can lead to abnormal clotting and increase the risk of heart attack and stroke.
Aug. 3, 2016
Olive Oil May Protect Against Age-Related Macular Degeneration
A recent French study reported a decreased risk of late AMD among olive oil users, "after adjustment for multiple potential confounders.”
Jun. 10, 2016
Innovations, Discoveries and Breakthroughs in Ancient Olympia
The Oleocanthal International Society Conference and Olympia Health & Nutrition Awards featured breakthroughs in olive oil research, a new olive tree varietal, and an olive oil competition for high-phenolic oils.
Dec. 21, 2013
Greece Flip-Flops on EVOO Labeling
A late decision will allow producers to use oleocanthal and oleacein levels to justify health benefit claims of olive oil polyphenols.
Sep. 19, 2013
Patent Bid Showcases Oleocanthal’s Versatility
Researchers say Oleocanthal - the part of extra virgin olive oil that stings the throat - is a marketing opportunity yet to be tapped.
Mar. 26, 2013
How Extra Virgin Olive Oil Can Protect from Alzheimer’s Disease
Researchers say oleocanthal found in extra-virgin olive oil has the potential to reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s Disease.
Feb. 10, 2013
Olive Oil Compound May Decrease Intestinal Damage in Cases of Ischemia
Olive oil derived compounds may help prevent intestinal ischemia and reperfusion associated organ damage.
Nov. 18, 2012
Important Minor Compounds in Olive Oil
The most important minor compounds of olive appear in low concentration, however they have a significant positive effect on human health.
Nov. 8, 2012
Researchers Say New Tool Measures Olive Oil 'Healthfulness'
The health benefits of a specific olive oil could be easier to assess with a new Greek system to measure the content of key compounds.
Mar. 13, 2012
Extra Virgin of Messini More than Liquid Gold
Extra virgon olive oil produced from trees in Messini, near Kalamata, were found to contain the largest quantities of the well-known oleocanthal and other anti-inflammatory substances.
May. 13, 2011
Tapping Hidden Value in Liquid Gold
Science and industry are finding new ways to capture and exploit the healthful properties of olive oil.