Squalene is a naturally occurring compound found in virgin olive oil. Laboratory research suggests it may influence immune cells involved in inflammation and tissue repair, offering another area of interest in olive oil research.
Research has explored whether extra virgin olive oil and the Mediterranean diet may be associated with a lower risk of breast cancer. From the PREDIMED trial to newer studies, here's what scientists have found—and what remains uncertain.
A long-term study of more than 90,000 U.S. adults found that higher olive oil consumption was associated with a lower risk of death from several major causes. Learn why replacing certain fats with olive oil may be an important part of a healthier diet.
Extra virgin olive oil is mostly fat—but some of its most interesting characteristics come from compounds present in much smaller amounts. Learn about biophenols, tocopherols, squalene, sterols and other components that contribute to EVOO's flavor, stability and chemistry.
That peppery sensation in the back of your throat when tasting some extra virgin olive oils isn't just flavor. Researchers discovered that oleocanthal, a naturally occurring compound in EVOO, affects some of the same inflammatory pathways as ibuprofen.
