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Most researchers and health professionals now recognize that LDL or “bad cholesterol” plays the major role in promoting coronary artery disease (CAD) and also a major role for strokes. There is general agreement that saturated fat, cholesterol and trans-fatty acids should be reduced in the diet in order to lower LDL and reduce CAD. But ... The Olive Oil Debate
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The Olive Oil Debate
Most researchers and health professionals now recognize that LDL or “bad cholesterol” plays the major role in promoting coronary artery disease (CAD) and also a major role for strokes. There is general agreement that saturated fat, cholesterol and trans-fatty acids should be reduced in the diet in order to lower LDL and reduce CAD. But ... The Olive Oil Debate
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The Food and Drug Administration announced the availability of a qualified health claim for monounsaturated fat from olive oil and reduced risk of coronary heart disease (CHD). There is limited but not conclusive evidence that suggests that consumers may reduce their risk of CHD if they consume monounsaturated fat...
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New Health Claim for Olive Oil
The Food and Drug Administration announced the availability of a qualified health claim for monounsaturated fat from olive oil and reduced risk of coronary heart disease (CHD). There is limited but not conclusive evidence that suggests that consumers may reduce their risk of CHD if they consume monounsaturated fat...
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Northwestern University lab tests on breast cancer cells showed the oleic acid found in olive oil sharply cut levels of a gene thought to trigger breast cancer. But don’t go pouring on that olive oil yet. Dr. Kenney advises, “Test tube studies are not all that convincing. This study...
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Food News: Olive Oil and Cancer
Northwestern University lab tests on breast cancer cells showed the oleic acid found in olive oil sharply cut levels of a gene thought to trigger breast cancer. But don’t go pouring on that olive oil yet. Dr. Kenney advises, “Test tube studies are not all that convincing. This study...
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Olive oil may have a positive impact on blood lipid levels, but some evidence shows that excess amounts in the diet may cause the progression of atherosclerosis. Most people think that olive oil and other high mono-unsaturated fats (MUFAs) would be heart-healthy additions to their diets. If you are using olive oil or any other ... Is Olive Oil Heart Healthy?
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Is Olive Oil Heart Healthy?
Olive oil may have a positive impact on blood lipid levels, but some evidence shows that excess amounts in the diet may cause the progression of atherosclerosis. Most people think that olive oil and other high mono-unsaturated fats (MUFAs) would be heart-healthy additions to their diets. If you are using olive oil or any other ... Is Olive Oil Heart Healthy?