OLIVE OIL SCIENCE & RESOURCES
Why High Phenolic Olive Oil is Good for Your Heart
By now, you’ve probably heard that olive oil consumption is associated with heart health and lower cardiovascular disease. Recent evidence points to the “medicinal” molecules in the oil as the true heart guardians. This is why cardiologists recommend switching to high-phenolic olive oil.
Why High Phenolic Olive Oil is Good for Your Heart
By now, you’ve probably heard that olive oil consumption is associated with heart health and lower cardiovascular disease. Recent evidence points to the “medicinal” molecules in the oil as the true heart guardians. This is why cardiologists recommend switching to high-phenolic olive oil.
Olive Oil Smoke Point 101: The Myth and The Science
Uncover the truth about olive oil's smoke point & cooking stability. Learn why it's a great choice for healthier cooking, frying, and baking at home!
Olive Oil Smoke Point 101: The Myth and The Science
Uncover the truth about olive oil's smoke point & cooking stability. Learn why it's a great choice for healthier cooking, frying, and baking at home!
Study Shows Anti-Inflammatory Benefits of Eating a Breakfast High in Monounsaturated Fatty Acids (MUFA)
Breakfast is often called “the most important meal of the day.” It helps provide energy to fuel morning activities and consuming breakfast has also been associated with numerous health benefits. A 2023 study looked at whether altering the type of fat consumed at breakfast impacted inflammatory markers.
Study Shows Anti-Inflammatory Benefits of Eating a Breakfast High in Monounsaturated Fatty Acids (MUFA)
Breakfast is often called “the most important meal of the day.” It helps provide energy to fuel morning activities and consuming breakfast has also been associated with numerous health benefits. A 2023 study looked at whether altering the type of fat consumed at breakfast impacted inflammatory markers.
A Systematic Review: Olive Oil for Liver Health
A recent review analyzed six randomized controlled trials that used olive oil for cooking or consumption to investigate its impact on liver health. Can olive oil repair the liver? Can it help alleviate hepatic steatosis and modulate liver enzyme levels? If so, why? Find a summary of the findings on the...
A Systematic Review: Olive Oil for Liver Health
A recent review analyzed six randomized controlled trials that used olive oil for cooking or consumption to investigate its impact on liver health. Can olive oil repair the liver? Can it help alleviate hepatic steatosis and modulate liver enzyme levels? If so, why? Find a summary of the findings on the...
Anti-Angiogenic Effects of Oleocanthal and Oleacin in Olive Oil
Phenolic compounds in extra virgin olive oil have been linked to anti-cancer benefits. There are a few mechanisms of action researchers believe may play a role. A study released in September 2023 in Biomedicine and Pharmacotherapy has linked two phenolic compounds in olive oil, oleocanthal and oleacein, to anti-angiogenesis effects.
Anti-Angiogenic Effects of Oleocanthal and Oleacin in Olive Oil
Phenolic compounds in extra virgin olive oil have been linked to anti-cancer benefits. There are a few mechanisms of action researchers believe may play a role. A study released in September 2023 in Biomedicine and Pharmacotherapy has linked two phenolic compounds in olive oil, oleocanthal and oleacein, to anti-angiogenesis effects.
Oleocanthal and Extra Virgin Olive Oil for Arthritis
Oleocanthal has been noted for its anti-inflammatory properties. It’s even been shown to have some characteristics in common with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug ibuprofen. Because inflammation is a major part of the pathology of joint degenerative disease such as arthritis, researchers are interested in whether supplementation with oleocanthal or consuming extra virgin...
Oleocanthal and Extra Virgin Olive Oil for Arthritis
Oleocanthal has been noted for its anti-inflammatory properties. It’s even been shown to have some characteristics in common with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug ibuprofen. Because inflammation is a major part of the pathology of joint degenerative disease such as arthritis, researchers are interested in whether supplementation with oleocanthal or consuming extra virgin...