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Jun. 27, 2023
New Zealand Producer Uses Brix Levels to Determine Ideal Harvest Moment
Unlike with grapes or other fruit, Ross Vintiner harvests olives when the sugar level falls, indicating that oil is accumulating and polyphenol content remains high.
Jun. 22, 2023
Drinking Olive Fruit Water Can Aid Exercise Efficiency, Research Suggests
Olive fruit water is a by-product typically thrown away during olive oil production. However, its antioxidants may hold benefits for recreational athletes.
Jun. 20, 2023
In Ice Cream, Olive Oil Adds Health Benefits Without Compromising Flavor
Extra virgin olive oil offers the possibility for innovative, healthier ice creams.
May. 30, 2023 Health
Study: Polyphenols in Olive Oil Boost Help Heal Damaged Skin
May. 23, 2023 News Briefs
Researchers Investigate Role of Bioactive Compounds in Neurodegenerative Diseases
May. 1, 2023 News Briefs
Researchers Develop Simplified Way to Determine Polyphenol Contents of Olive Oil
Feb. 10, 2023 News Briefs
New Research Links Olive Oil Consumption and Reduced Autoimmune Occurrence
Feb. 6, 2023 Health
Dec. 10, 2022
The health benefits of olive oil are mostly derived from monounsaturated fats and polyphenols. However, not all olive oils are created equally.
Dec. 8, 2022
Researchers Investigate Role of Certain Polyphenols in Obesity Management
Polyphenols were linked with significant reductions in three obesity-related measures.
Dec. 1, 2022
Study Reveals How Mediterranean Diet Might Counteract Covid-19
New research demonstrated that flavonoids and hydroxytyrosol counteract some of the most deadly impacts of Covid 19, including cytokine storms and lung inflammation.
Oct. 24, 2022
Following MedDiet Fortified With Polyphenols Reduces Visceral Adiposity
An 18-month trial showed a polyphenol-rich Med Diet might exceed the benefits of a traditional MedDiet against visceral adipose tissue accumulation.
Jul. 18, 2022
Adding Water During Olive Oil Production Lowers Quality, Researchers Find
Arbequina extra virgin olive oil produced without added water had higher levels of polyphenol and better oxidative stability than oils produced with added water.
Jul. 13, 2022
Consuming Extra Virgin Olive Oil Results in More Polyphenols in Breast Milk, Study Finds
The study is reportedly the first to evaluate the possible vertical transmission of polyphenols to the offspring of laboratory rats fed extra virgin olive oil during pregnancy and lactation.
Jul. 6, 2022
New European Label Recognizes Health Benefits of High-Polyphenol Extra Virgin Olive Oils
The goal of the Aristoil Plus project is to improve olive oil quality among its members and promote olive oil as a nutraceutical food to consumers.
Jun. 13, 2022
For Some, Choosing Olive Oil Is All in The Numbers
Just when we're making some progress convincing consumers that choosing olive is easy, here come the phenatics.
Jun. 6, 2022
The Olive Farm that Breathed New Life into Cyprus’s No Man’s Land
Atsas started as a farm ion deteriorated land in the island’s buffer zone, and evolved into a leading olive oil producer in less than a decade.
Mar. 23, 2022
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.
Jan. 17, 2022
Study: Green MedDiet Can Slow Brain Atrophy Among Over-50s
New research finds that following a high-polyphenol, low meat intake variation of the MedDiet can protect the brain from inflammation and slow down age-related brain atrophy.
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.
Nov. 16, 2021
Study: Virgin Olive Oils Protect Ready-To-Eat Salads from Some Bacteria
Researchers found virgin olive oils high in polyphenols lowered the risk of contamination from common food-borne pathogens by up to 90 percent.
Sep. 28, 2021
How to Store Extra Virgin Olive Oil at Home
Optimal storage entails protecting EVOO from light, heat and oxygen. Proper storage will ensure olive oil’s quality and health benefits are preserved for as long as possible.
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.