Archive for the 'Geographic' Category

09 Apr

Olivenol Shows Promise in Treating Severe Skin Disorders From the Inside Out

We have talked about Olivenol in February, today when researchers in Japan undertook a study to research the effect of Olivenol on inflammatory diseases, they made an exciting discovery. Study participants who suffered from severe skin disorders – psoriasis purulenta, erythema nodosum and allergic dermatitis – experienced marked improvement after just a few months of […]

06 Apr

CBS 2 Puts Olive Oils To The Test

If you’re in the market for olive oils, you’re likely to be dazzled by dozens of drizzlers. But which ones are the best to buy? CBS 2’s Consumer Reporter Kirstin Cole with the help of Good Housekeeping magazine performed a blind taste test of 12 brands to find the best. A common question asked with […]

05 Apr

olive oil: no longer confined to the kitchen

By Elyse Weidner, One product that can soften your cuticles, condition your hair, moisturize your body, diminish sun damage to your skin and serve as a shaving product is sitting in your kitchen. Extra virgin olive oil, rich in vitamins and antioxidants, helps soften skin without leaving behind clogged pores, extra grease or an overwhelming […]

05 Apr

Introduce yourself to a nearby olive bar

By Karen Fernau, Olives are so much more than a martini garnish. They add easy, intense flavor to pasta dishes, baked bread, as toppings for seafood and in salads. Which olives taste best is personal. Flavors range from tangy, winey and fruity to spicy and tart. Olives come packed with fat, but the “good” monounsaturated […]

04 Apr

A Mediterranean diet could prevent childhood asthma

Children who eat a Mediterranean diet packed with fruit, vegetables and nuts are less likely to develop asthma and allergies, say researchers. A study carried out on the Greek island of Crete found eating high quantities of traditional foods such as olive oil could protect youngsters from wheezing and other allergic symptoms. [Source] Click here […]