The Mediterranean diet and lifestyle has stood the test of time as a paragon for a well-lived healthy life.  Among its many benefits, the immune and inflammatory benefits of a Mediterranean diet are hard to miss.   Thanks to a whole foods plant-based foundation and a healthy dose of olive oil, the med diet  has been shown to reduce the severity and frequency of illnesses.   If you want the science-backed benefits of the olive oil diet, aim for two to four tablespoons of olive oil daily, and m...

Antioxidants in olive oil have seen a surge of interest in human research studies. With beneficial effects on oxidation, cholesterol, blood pressure, and other markers of heart health, the results are promising to say the least. In this Gourmante Mediterranean Living article, registered dietitian Detrick Snyder discusses the evidence-based benefits of olive and olive leaf extracts on heart health. Why shouldn’t olive extracts replace olive oil in your diet? What benefits of olive leaf and fr...