Jul 26, 2017 | Diet/Food, Research
Researchers have found a link between increased mortality and frequent consumption of fried potato foods – but further research is required. Interesting research – particularly the fact that “acrylamide levels were lowest in potatoes fried on olive oil and...
Jun 30, 2017 | Diet/Food, International News/Trends, Olives and Health
Temple University research shows extra-virgin olive oil protects against memory loss, preserves the ability to learn and reduces conditions associated with Alzheimer’s disease.
Jun 28, 2017 | Diet/Food, EVOO, Olives and Health
AOA Code of Practice (OliveCare™) Administrator Peter McFarlane has shared this drinks menu from an Adelaide bar. As he says: “One way to get your 30 ml of EVOO a day!” Enjoy (in moderation, of course) and be healthy! 5 ingredients every 20-something should have in...
Jun 23, 2017 | Diet/Food, Olives and Health, Research
Coconut oil is as unhealthy as beef dripping and butter, say US heart experts. It is packed with saturated fat which can raise “bad” cholesterol, says the American Heart Association in updated advice. Coconut oil is commonly sold as a health food and some...
Jun 8, 2017 | Diet/Food, International News/Trends, Olives and Health
It’s time to move beyond the single nutrient model that looks only at individual fat, sugar or protein content, say scientists. Foods are eaten whole and so their effect on health must also be considered in a more holistic manner. There’s a lot of relevance...
Jun 8, 2017 | Diet/Food, International News/Trends, Olives and Health
The action of trans-fatty acids may be more damaging to cells than previously thought, as a study reveals the mechanism by which cell death occurs faster, leading to atherosclerosis, heart attacks and strokes. Read this and pass it on … the words ‘cell death’ are...
