Archive for May 21st, 2007

21 May

Extra Virgin – a Pain Killer?

Scientific research has discovered that the properties of pure extra virgin olive oil contain an ingredient that acts similarly to ibuprofen, though not so strong. Nature journal has reported that olive oil has special anti-inflamatory properties, and that it is useful in helping to combat the effects of ailments such as arthritis. The active ingredient […]

21 May

Olive farmers look for a rebound year

• Biggest spring bloom in years. • Just in time to meet growing demand. This could be a “rebound year” in California’s olive groves. Farmers say the growing season is off to a good start. “We just started blooming this month and we’re excited. We haven’t seen a bloom this big in quite a few […]