Monthly Archives: July 2011

Olive Oil Component Inhibits Angiogenesis in Colon Cancer

July 20, 2011

Olive oil, along with red wine and berries, contains polyphenols, which have been shown to suppress inflammation, angiogenesis and tumor growth. In a new study, researchers describe how one type of polyphenol found in olive oil inhibits angiogenesis in a mouse model of colorectal cancer. …
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Olive Oil’s Secret Weapon

July 7, 2011 | Tags: ,

Scientists believe they’ve identified the compound that fights off cardiovascular damage Margaret Raber Posted: July 7, 2011 Since the coining of the term “French Paradox” in 1992, researchers have been examining various aspects of the so-called “Mediterranean diet” to discover why the people of southern …
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