Using extra-virgin olive oil comes with multiple benefits, from skin and bones to heart and brain health. Learn how it can affect your body and health.

Drs. Idries and Jamil Abdur-Rahman answer medical questions about olive oil’s health benefits, the realities of early ...

Have long-term brain health on…well, the brain? Then it’s time to get more olive oil onto your plate. A new study found that participants who consumed over seven grams of olive oil every day had a 28 ...

Olive oil phenolics are a diverse group of bioactive compounds inherent to olive oil that have attracted substantial attention owing to their potential health benefits and role in the Mediterranean ...

Olive oil is synonymous with the Mediterranean diet, and the health benefits of both are well documented. Olive oil reduces the risk of heart disease, cancer, diabetes and premature death. Olives also ...

Olive oil contains compounds that act as antioxidants and anti-inflammatories. Applied topically, it could have benefits such as helping wounds heal, removing makeup, and reducing signs of aging.

Both avocado oil and olive oil are cooking oils that can enhance the flavor of food. They may offer some health benefits, most notably, improving heart health by reducing harmful cholesterol levels.