Category Archives: Olives

Lipoprotein Fatty Acid Composition

Very low density lipoproteins (VLDL) represent the lipoprotein fraction measured as plasma triglycerides. Following absorption to the plasma within chylomicrons, triglycerides are passed to the liver where they are arranged into VLDL particles. The composition of the VLDL particles therefore … Continue reading

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The Mediterranean Diet and Mortality

The Mediterranean diet is the traditional diet of populations living in southern Europe and parts of North Africa. The diet consists of high intakes of whole grains, olives, extra virgin olive oil, fish and red wine, with low intakes of … Continue reading

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Olive Oil, More than a Monounsaturated Fat

Epidemiological evidence suggests that those who consume a traditional Mediterranean diet are protected from cardiovascular disease. Clinical trials have also shown the Mediterranean diet to be beneficial to the vascular system by decreasing oxidation and improving lipid profiles. One component … Continue reading

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More on the Mediterranean Diet

The Mediterranean diet originated in countries such as Greece, Italy and Spain and consists of fresh fruit, vegetables, fish, bread and olive oil, as well as red wine and herbs. The diet is also characterised by low levels of red … Continue reading

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The Mediterranean Diet

The diets of native populations are generally considered to be healthy despite large differences in their nutrient composition. Records suggest that before the introduction of refined white flour, refined white sugar and alcohol, diseases such as cancer and cardiovascular disease … Continue reading

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Extra-Virgin Olive Oil

Olive oil contains virtually no alpha linolenic acid (ALA) and only small quantities of linoleic acid (LA), but is instead composed of mainly monounsaturated oil. Despite this, research suggests that olive oil has a preventative effect against cardiovascular disease. Extra-virgin … Continue reading

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Olive Oil

Nutritional scientist are interested in olive oil because it is consumed in high amounts by the populations that live around the Mediterranean Sea. These populations tend to have a low incidence of cardiovascular disease. Olive oil contains predominately monounsaturated fatty … Continue reading

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