olive oil research / page 59
Jan. 22, 2013
Olive Oil Healthier and Tastier for Frying
New studies in Jaén, Spain suggest extra virgin olive oil is healthier, tastier and often cheaper than other oils when frying food.
Jan. 16, 2013
Ultrasound Prevents Olive Oil from Going Solid in the Fridge
An ultrasound treatment can prevent the harmless but unsightly crystallization that occurs when olive oil is kept cold.
Jan. 15, 2013
Olive Oil May be Key to Protection of Ancient Buildings
A new olive oil derived substance could be used to coat buildings such as York Minster and other limestone constructions and act to protect the structure from pollutants, while still allowing the stone to "breathe."
Dec. 10, 2012 Production
Promising Results for New Test for Pesticide Residues in Olive Oil
Nov. 25, 2012 Business
Nov. 19, 2012 Production
Common Fund Nurseries to Serve as Models for New Technologies
Nov. 8, 2012 Health
Nov. 7, 2012 Food & Cooking
Oct. 25, 2012
Olive Oil May Help Protect Skin from the Aging Effects of the Sun
New research suggests that a high intake of olive oil and other monounsaturated fats may protect the skin against sun-related aging.
Oct. 22, 2012
A Comprehensive Resource for the Olive Oil Sector
A new reference book by Juan Vilar Hernandez has been called one of the most comprehensive so far on the olive oil sector.
Sep. 25, 2012
New Twist on Traditional Olive Press
A Spanish company says it has developed a “breakthrough” for the ancient olive press resulting in olive oil higher in antioxidants.
Sep. 12, 2012
Olives a Potential Source of Probiotics
New research published in the International Journal of Food Microbiology has paved the way for the novel use of olives as a source of probiotics in our diets.
Jul. 23, 2012
New Molecule from Olive Antioxidant Could Reduce HIV Transmission
Research has led to the development of a new molecule from hydroxytyrosol, a potent antioxidant found in olives, to reduce risk of HIV virus transmission.
Jun. 22, 2012
Those who consume olive oil not only have a reduced risk of chronic diseases but also a reduced mortality risk in general, Spanish researchers found.
Jun. 20, 2012
New Olive Oil Product Treats Pressure Ulcers in High Risk Patients
The product follows a study that found that the fatty acids present in extra virgin olive oil encourage regeneration of the skin, while increasing its hydration, elasticity and strength.
May. 24, 2012
Potential for Parkinson’s Treatment from Olive Oil Waste
Olive pomace has been used to synthesize powerful antioxidant molecules with a potential application in the treatment of Parkinson’s disease.
May. 16, 2012
Olive Tree Biomass a Promising Fossil Fuel Alternative
Research carried out by the University of Jaén has highlighted the great promise of olive tree biomass in the generation of ethanol as a bio-fuel.
May. 1, 2012
A New Harvester for Traditional Olive Groves
The prototype of what is hoped to be an affordable and efficient harvester for Spain’s traditional olive farms has been developed by researchers at the University of Córdoba.
Apr. 11, 2012
‘Zapping’ May Make Olive Oil Extraction Faster, Cheaper
‘Zapping’ olive paste with pulsed electric fields (PEF) shows promise in improving virgin olive oil yield while reducing energy use and preserving quality.
Apr. 9, 2012
Tomatoes and Olive Oil May Reduce Impotence
A daily dose of extra virgin olive oil combined with lycopene from tomatoes improved the sex lives of a group of Spanish men, according to a report by the Madrid Urological Institute.
Apr. 6, 2012
Third Olive Bank in Izmir, Turkey to Help Stem Genetic Erosion
Further safeguarding olive biodiversity by setting up the world’s third olive germplasm bank - in Izmir, Turkey - is at the top of the agenda for a meeting at the Olive Council on April 13.
Apr. 2, 2012
Spanish Researchers Develop Portable 'Electronic Nose'
Spanish researchers have developed a cheap, portable ‘electronic nose’ they say has great promise for use in organoleptic testing and food quality control.
Mar. 27, 2012
Citoliva Opens Olive Oil 'Cooking Lab' in Jaén
In a bid to further increase innovation and knowledge in the area of olive oil, the Andalusian technological center CITOLIVA has opened the first cooking '"laboratory" in Spain solely dedicated to olive oil.