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May. 7, 2024
Mediterranean Diet and Exercise Associated with Better Gut Health in Older Adults
The study demonstrated these improvements to gut health yielded significant cardiovascular health benefits in older Mediterranean adults.
May. 1, 2024
Researchers Investigate Links Between MedDiet Adherence and Oral Health
The Mediterranean diet's antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory effects and its role in maintaining beneficial microorganisms are linked with positive oral health outcomes.
Apr. 30, 2024
Scientific Review Links Med Diet Adherence With Improved Urological Health
Researchers reviewed almost 1,000 studies to determine the associations between following the Mediterranean diet and improved urological and sexual health outcomes.
Apr. 24, 2024 Business
Nutri-Score Changed Food Formulas in France, Researchers Find
Apr. 22, 2024 Basics
How Oleuropein Influences Extra Virgin Olive Oil Taste and Health Benefits
Apr. 22, 2024 World
Apr. 16, 2024 News Briefs
Researchers Investigate Solar Panel and Olive Grove Synergies
Apr. 9, 2024
The Role of Monounsaturated Fatty Acids in Olive Oil's Health Benefits
Oleic acid, classified as a monounsaturated fatty acid (MUFA), has been extensively studied by scientists over the last decades, consistently demonstrating many positive effects on human health.
Apr. 9, 2024
Processed Foods Associated with Negative Health Outcomes, Study Finds
Consumption of ultra-processed foods was associated with a greater risk of more than 30 negative health outcomes.
Apr. 3, 2024
Uruguay to Host Conference on Olive Oil Sector Research, Innovation
Scientists, producers and officials will meet in Uruguay in November to discuss the challenges and opportunities for South America’s olive oil sector.
Mar. 25, 2024
Scientists Defend Study Finding Xylella Not Responsible for Most OQDS
Margherita Ciervo and Marco Scortichini defend their research that found Xylella fastidiosa was not responsible for most Apulian olive tree deaths over the past decade.
Mar. 21, 2024
Study Questions the Accuracy of Olive Tree Dating Methods
Using radiocarbon dating, researchers concluded a 1,100-year-old tree in Lebanon is the world’s oldest olive tree. Other experts believe the method may have been flawed.
Mar. 14, 2024
Authorities in Puglia Confirm Culprit in Olive Tree Devastation
Officials rebuffed a recent study that implied Xylella fastidiosa was not mainly responsible for the millions of ravaged trees.
Mar. 10, 2024
Researchers Use Ultrasound to Detect Adulterated Olive Oil
They could detect extra virgin olive oil adulterated with as little as one percent sunflower or refined olive oil.
Mar. 9, 2024
An Easier, Cheaper Method for Measuring Free Acidity
The new method requires a smartphone and fewer chemicals than the standard technique and may also be applicable to other critical analyses.
Mar. 7, 2024
Ancient Olive Groves on Capri Are Reservoirs of Biodiversity
Researchers traced the origins of the island’s olive trees to Crete and mainland Italy and discovered 21 new varieties.
Mar. 6, 2024
Xylella May Not Be Responsible for Olive Tree Devastation in Puglia, Study Finds
The findings could unravel a decade of policy and understanding that Xylella fastidiosa was the leading cause of Olive Quick Decline Syndrome in Puglia.
Feb. 20, 2024
New Research Rekindles Debate on Nutri-Score’s Effectiveness
The OECD found Nutri-Score could save money on healthcare. Dutch researchers questioned the integrity of studies supporting the labeling system.
Feb. 15, 2024
Five-Year Project Delivers Infrastructure and Training for Algerian Olive Farmers
The PASA program planted training groves, researched local cultivars and delivered an olive oil laboratory in five years.
Feb. 13, 2024
The Role of Gulls in Spreading Olive Seeds Across Balearic Islands
Gulls contributed to the long-distance spread of local olive seeds, facilitating the colonization and expansion of the variety
Feb. 1, 2024
Olive Oil Metabolites Linked with Improved Cardiovascular Disease Outcomes
The research demonstrated a link between virgin olive oil metabolite profiles and reduced risk of cardiovascular disease, but not diabetes.
Jan. 15, 2024
Oleocanthal: Behind the Health Benefits of Olive Oil's Famous Phenol
Found solely in extra virgin olive oil, oleocanthal demonstrates potent anti-inflammatory properties and has been linked to beneficial impacts on cancer and dementia.