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10/06/2020
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By Janine Acero
10 Foods to eat on a cystic fibrosis diet (and what to avoid)
Cystic fibrosis is a progressive genetic disease wherein the body produces thick and sticky mucus that clogs the lungs and obstructs the pancreas. Cystic fibrosis can be life-threatening, and patients who suffer from it tend to have a short life span. Cystic fibrosis affects some 30,000 people in the United States, and around 1,000 new cases […]
01/04/2020
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By Darnel Fernandez
A dynamic duo: Researchers find that an olive oil and veggie combo could explain the health benefits of the Mediterranean diet
The Mediterranean diet is a popular diet revolving around the consumption of traditional Mediterranean foods like fish, olive oil, fruits and vegetables. This particular diet boasts a variety of health benefits that all contribute to improving overall health, including improving heart health, helping in weight loss, adjusting metabolism and supporting gut health. While many of […]
10/21/2019
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By Melissa Smith
Researchers: Eating fatty fish can boost omega-3 levels and reduce heart disease risk
Omega-3 fatty acids are important nutrients that the human body needs. In fact, omega-3 intake has been linked to a lower risk of cardiovascular disease. A recent study in the journal Nutrition Research supports this link as a team of researchers from the U.S. and Italy found that olive oil, fatty fish, and omega-3 supplements may […]
10/02/2019
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By Edsel Cook
The Mediterranean diet can stop overeating and prevent weight gain, researchers find
The Mediterranean diet is considered the healthiest diet in the world for a good reason. A recent study showed that primates placed on this diet refrained from overeating and succeeded in keeping a healthy weight. In contrast, other primates that received a Western diet ate more food than they needed to. These overeaters became overweight. The discovery was made […]
08/23/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
What’s the best way to make sure your olive oil is high-quality?
Olive oil is the most used oil in the food industry. It is made from the fruits of the olive tree (Olea europaea). Although olive oil has high amounts of fat, experts say that these fats are beneficial to health and can even reduce the risk of heart disease and cancer. Because of this and […]
08/07/2019
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By Stephanie Diaz
Olive oil, just once a week, can lower your risk of a blood clot
Consuming olive oil once a week reduces the risk of forming arterial blood clots in obese adults. In a new study, researchers from the New York University School of Medicine found that olive oil consumption lowers platelet activity in obese adults. Platelets are small blood cell fragments that form clumps when activated. When a blood vessel gets damaged, platelets rush to […]
07/29/2019
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By Stephanie Diaz
Green tea and carrots could reverse dementia, restore memory
A new study published in the Journal of Biological Chemistry suggests that carrots and green tea contain compounds which can reverse the symptoms Alzheimer’s disease. Researchers from the University of Southern California investigated the effects of two compounds, namely, epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG) and ferulic acid (FA), on mice that have been genetically modified to develop Alzheimer’s disease. EGCG is a compound […]
07/23/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Study evaluates chemometric and molecular methods for olive oil-based products
In this review, researchers from the Institute of Mediterranean Forest Ecosystems in Greece focused on food products made from olives (Olea europaea) and the methods currently used to analyze them for quality control. Their article was published in the Journal of Food Processing and Preservation. Olives are a crucial part of the Mediterranean diet. Olive tree products, especially […]
05/06/2019
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By Zoey Sky
Olive oil vs. avocado oil: Both are green and healthy, but which one’s better for you?
Both avocados and olives are considered superfoods, but did you know that they are also used to make healthy cooking oils? Olive oil is a popular cooking oil. Fresh, cold-pressed oil obtained from ripe greenish-yellow olives is the purest cooking oil. Meanwhile, avocado oil is derived from the fruit itself, not the seeds. Avocados contain 30 percent fat, […]
05/05/2019
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By Michelle Simmons
Use extra virgin olive oil regularly to lower your breast cancer risk, study finds
Olive oil is the primary source of dietary fat in the Mediterranean diet, which has been well-praised for its role in protecting against diseases, such as cardiovascular disease. In a study in Spain, it was found that extra virgin olive oil can lower your risk of developing breast cancer by as much as 66 percent. […]
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