Here's what I learned. Extra virgin olive oil is made by mechanically pressing raw, uncured olives to extract the oil. To be designated as extra virgin, no heat or chemicals can be used during the ...

To start, you should be looking for extra-virgin olive oil, as both Emily Lycopolus, olive oil sommelier and author of The Olive Oil and Vinegar Lover’s Cookbook, and Nancy Harmon Jenkins ...

Olive oil is often sold as ‘extra virgin’, which is unprocessed oil from the olive, and contains many more chemicals associated with the plant such as polyphenols. These are thought to be ...

Consuming just half a tablespoon of olive oil daily could enhance memory and reduce the risk of cognitive decline by 28%, according to a recent study. The research suggests that extra virgin olive ...