Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. This article summarizes the benefits of olive oil and the Mediterranean Diet. The World Health Organization defined chronic disease as “diseases of long duration and generally slow progression” (1). Chronic diseases include...
Olive Oil Helps Cholesterol Health in Men
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. In a study of 36 non-smoking men between 20 and 60 years of age there was a 22% decrease in oxidized LDL cholesterol in the virgin olive oil group compared to a 9% decrease in the refined olive oil group. Olive oil’s role in helping...
Psoriasis Patients Respond to Olive Oil Supplement – Informed Opinion
Written by Patrick Massey M.D., Ph.D. The anti-inflammatory properties of olive oil are helpful for mild to moderate psoriasis. An olive oil supplement helped patients with the skin condition psoriasis, researchers found in a small study. From martinis to salads, the...
Olive Oil Comparable to Aspirin for Heart Health
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. As a main component of the Mediterranean Diet, olive oil has many health-promoting benefits. These health benefits are due in large part to the high level of antioxidants in olive oil (1) called polyphenols (2). A recent study in...
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