The healthiest cooking oils

Cooking Oils A staple in all our kitchens, the healthiest cooking oils should be always at the heart of many of our favorite recipes, whether it’s dressing a salad or sautéing, roasting, or frying foods. Each oil takes its name from the nut, seed, fruit, plant, or grain from which it’s extracted and is generally […]
Gels based on olive oil to treat the skin
Efficacy of gels based on extra virgin olive oil to treat the skin in patients with a digestive stoma Tests conducted as part of a pilot study show that these cosmetics are more effective in maintaining skin integrity in these patients than products commonly used for this purpose . Thus, the study carried out by […]
The keto diet with olive oil
The Ketogenic Diet with Olive Oil Why is extra virgin olive oil one of the most popular fats for a ketosis body? The ketogenic diet has gained popularity in recent years, with some market analysts expecting adherence to the diet program to continue to increase in the coming years. In fact, this diet is already […]
Squalene in Olive Oil Combats the Negative Effects of Triglycerides
Squalene in Olive Oil Research conducted by the University of Zaragoza in a pig model demonstrates the power of olive oil derivatives in controlling hepatic steatosis, an increasingly common condition in humans. The results of the work, in which the University of Zaragoza, the University of Cambridge, and the Lozano Blesa Clinical Hospital in Zaragoza […]
Why is acidity important when frying in olive oil?
Olive Oil for Frying Deep-frying, whether in a pan or in oil, has been one of the primary methods of preparing food for thousands of years. The first records of fried foods date back to the Mesopotamian era. Today, almost all foods come in fried form, from potatoes and other vegetables to meat and delicious […]
Olive oil and dementia
Olive Oil and Dementia Researchers warn that by 2050, more than 153 million people worldwide could suffer from dementia, almost tripling the number in 2019 in the Mediterranean region. Observational and controlled studies have shown that adherence to the Mediterranean diet and consumption of extra virgin olive oil are associated with improved memory and cognition […]
Olive oil could help with training
A natural byproduct of olive oil production could support exercise According to new research, olive oil production may have antioxidant benefits and support physical activity. The study, led by nutrition researchers at Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) and published in the journal Nutrients, is the first to examine the benefits of natural olive water for athletes. […]
Olive oil on an empty stomach

Why take olive oil on an empty stomach? Taking a spoonful of olive oil on an empty stomach is one of the traditional home remedies that has been used for generations to improve health. Several scientific studies have demonstrated the benefits of taking a tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil every day, either on an […]
The Mediterranean diet not only promotes health, but also improves fertility.

The Mediterranean diet improves fertility With an emphasis on fruits, vegetables, and legumes, the Mediterranean diet has long been praised for its multiple health benefits. Now, new research shows that it can also help overcome infertility, making it an affordable and non-intrusive strategy for couples trying to conceive. Conducted by Monash University, the University of […]
Benefits of olive oil for endometriosis
Olive Oil: The Benefits of Olive Oil for Endometriosis The director of the Illes Balears Health Research Institute, Sergio Camacho, and the president of the Protected Designation of Origin Oli de Mallorca, Joan Mayol, have signed a collaboration agreement in which the producers will provide 400 liters of extra virgin olive oil free of charge […]
Home remedies made from olive oil and sea salt to treat joint pain
Home remedy with olive oil and sea salt Joint pain often begins after the age of 35. Today, however, this problem affects all age groups, including weak bones, gout, arthritis, swollen muscles, or elevated uric acid levels. Most people who suffer from joint pain spend a lot of money on treatments, medications, and creams to […]
Study: olive oil, natural food against cancer, its daily intake can reduce mortality

Olive oil, natural food against cancer As early as the 16th century, the classic “”Compendium of Materia Medica”” of Chinese medicine compiled by Li Shizhen, a Ming dynasty medical scientist , already pointed out that olives “”produce body fluids, turn off polydipsia, treat sore throats and can alleviate all the poisons resulting from eating fish […]
Ultra-processed foods are everywhere

The Health Risks of Ultra-Processed Foods In countries such as the UK, US, and Canada, ultra-processed foods now account for 50% or more of calories consumed. This is worrying given that these foods have been linked to an increased risk of obesity and various chronic diseases, including cardiovascular disease and dementia. Ultra-processed foods consist of […]
Olive oil to age more slowly and better
Olive Oil for Slower Aging Extra virgin olive oil could help you age more slowly and better. This conclusion was reached in a study conducted by Giorgio D’Andrea, a young researcher at the Institute of Cell Biology and Neurobiology of the National Research Council (CNR) in Rome, thanks to a research project funded by Monini […]
Olive Oil vs. Butter

Why is olive oil better than butter? Although butter adds a lot of flavors to French cuisine, it must be acknowledged: Spanish cuisine with olive oil is better for your health. If there’s one duel that animates the French and Spanish, it’s this one: butter versus olive oil. On the one hand, France claims the […]