Mar 2, 2017 | Diet/Food, General Olive News, International News/Trends, Olive Oil News
Nutrition can be confusing. Fad diets make headline news, and we’re bombarded with flip-flopping reports about what to eat. The constant changes can make it tricky to plan a nutritious diet. To separate fact from fiction, a panel of physicians and researchers did a...
Feb 23, 2017 | Australia, Diet/Food, Research
Just as the rich nutrition in the Mediterranean diet (MedDiet) enhances physical health, so it boosts mental health. A small but striking Australian study links it to alleviating depression. Med Diet Linked to Relief from Depression...
Feb 16, 2017 | Diet/Food, International News/Trends
A traditional Mediterranean diet with added olive oil may be tied to a lower risk of heart disease at least in part because it helps maintain healthy blood flow and clear debris from arteries, a Spanish study suggests.
Feb 2, 2017 | Diet/Food, International News/Trends, Marketing
The maker of Nutella is fighting back against claims that a key ingredient in the hazelnut and chocolate spread may cause cancer. Italian food giant Ferrero recently launched an advertising campaign in Italy that assures consumers that palm oil used in Nutella is safe...
Feb 2, 2017 | Diet/Food, EVOO, International News/Trends, Research
Inflammation is part of the body’s immune response that helps us heal … Virgin Olive Oil: A staple of the Mediterranean diet, virgin olive oil is a great way to add some anti-inflammatory action to your favorite foods. A review of the compounds in virgin olive oil...
Feb 2, 2017 | Diet/Food, International News/Trends, Olives and Health
Creamy sauces, cookies, casseroles and cakes – as temperatures drop, it’s natural to crave favorite comfort foods. However, it’s easy to overindulge on rich dishes and decadent desserts, especially if you’re hosting a gathering of friends and family. How can you...
