Now, not only have studies indicated positive results on individuals that have a regular intake of olive oil, but for mothers following this diet, the intake of olive oil also has positive effects on the development of their unborn babies.
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EVOO Reduces Risk Of Breast Cancer
Breaking news on yet another benefit of olive oil and just in time for The International Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Researchers have discovered women who add extra virgin olive oil to their diets have a lower risk of breast cancer.
Global Olive Oil Quality Control
The adoption of standards and the implementation of regulations within the olive oil industry is a continual process aimed at separating ‘real’ from ‘fake’ and ensuring each consumer receives the product that they pay for.
GMO Labeling For Olive Oil
The global olive oil industry is not immune to the growing global concern about the consequences of genetically modified (GMO) food products. However, there are currently no GMO olive cultivars present in any commercial orchard or nursery worldwide.The concern about the presence of GMO compounds in olive oil is not related to the oil itself, […]
Tunisia Rejoices Excellent Olive Oil Harvests
Tunisian olive oil producers are elated with their recent crop yields and are experiencing record harvests. With the olive oil crisis reported earlier this year in Spain, there is huge international demand for olive oil which Tunisia is now able to take advantage of and aims to boost their global competitive status.
Olive Oil Helps Prevent Type 2 Diabetes
Studies over the last few years have shown that a Mediterranean style diet rich in olive oil can be linked to the prevention of type 2 diabetes by improving blood sugar levels, insulin resistance and blood lipid levels.
Sol d’Oro 2015 Competiton Results
This year the Southern Hemisphere edition of Sol d’Oro was held in Cape Town at the Park Inn, Heerengraght street. Judging for the competition commenced on Tuesday (8th September) and concluded today (10th September) with the live announcement of the winners.
Meet the Judges for the 2015 Sol D’Oro Competition
The internationally renowned Sol d’Oro competition is just around the corner, 7-11 September, and will be hosted in Cape Town. We are pleased to inform you that the panel of expert judges has been selected.
Cape Town To Host Sol D’Oro Competition
From the 7 to 11 September Sol d’Oro travels to Cape Town to reward the best extra virgin olive oils from the southern hemisphere. Sol d’Oro is the most important international olive oil competition in the world.
Preserving The Olive Tree
Located in the Greek Island of Crete, the oldest olive tree believed to be more than 3000 years, old still thrives. The Monumental Olive Tree of Vouves has been declared as natural heritage monument, due to its ecological and historical importance.