Dr. Oz

March 1, 2009 in Health & Facts
Tags: Dr. Oz, EVOO, Oprah

Did you know eating EVOO before dinner can help you lose weight?
It’s true, but you don’t have to take my word for it, just listen to doctor Oz!
Below I’ve pasted a clip from Oprah’s website featuring her discussion with Dr. Oz about this very topic.
How did you do with Dr. Oz’s first Prescription America assignment? [...]

Good Fats, Bad Fats, and Cholesterol

August 25, 2008 in Health & Facts
Tags: cholesterol, EVOO, HDL, heart, LDL, Mediterranean Diet, Monounsaturated fat, polyunsaturates

Researchers have demonstrated the various health benefits of Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO) in both clinical and experimental studies. The fatty acid composition of Extra Virgin Olive Oil is, on average: 75% monounsaturates, 13% polyunsaturates and 12% saturates on average. Monounsaturated fat is the preferred type of fat that is a necessary part of a [...]

Vitamins, Antioxidants, and Prevention

August 25, 2008 in Health & Facts
Tags: antioxidants, cancers, EVOO, Omega 3's, Salmonella

Extra Virgin Olive Oil is rich in natural antioxidants: alpha-tocopherol and phenolic compounds. Extra Virgin Olive Oil is also known to have a protective, toning effect on the skin, thanks to its high vitamin E content, which is why it is recommended for preventing skin lesions. Vitamin E is a fat-soluable antioxidant vitamin involved in [...]