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The greatest exponent of monounsaturated fat is olive oil, and it is a prime component of the Mediterranean Diet. Olive oil is a natural juice which preserves the taste, aroma, vitamins and properties of the olive fruit. Olive oil is the only vegetable oil that can be consumed as it is – freshly pressed from […]

Spanish medical researchers say they have discovered a new potential benefit of olive oil for people suffering from peptic ulcer disease. The scientists say extra virgin olive oil — already providing an array of health benefits — might help prevent and treat Helicobacter pylori infections, which cause millions of cases of gastritis and peptic ulcer […]

By James Szutarski, Have all of those crocks of olives that are popping up at supermarkets and specialty stores tweaked your interest? I know what some of you readers are thinking. “I hate olives!” Right? The problem, I find, is that the people who feel this way have only ever tried one variety of olives […]

By Sarah Vine, Boil two quarts of water, then place 10g of olive leaves (alone or mixed with other herbs/teas) in an infuser or directly into the boiling water. Immediately reduce the heat to a high simmer and allow the tea to brew for about 15 minutes. Stir the tea occasionally, then strain to drink […]

By Sarah Vine, Claims that olive-leaf extract is a ‘miracle’ fighter of disease have caused a great commotion in Athens, reports Peta Bee. Its fruit is held in reverence and for centuries the tree has been regarded as a gift to the city of Athens from the goddess Athena. But in modern Greece, a health […]