Below are some examples of research articles for specific serious health issues that can be alleviated through regular intake of olive oil.  Other articles deal with specific serious life threatening illnesses.  Please note, we have given references but not automatic links to the references.

Generic Olive Oil Benefits 

Harvard Health Publishing. (2022, April 1). High olive oil consumption associated with longevity. Harvard Health Blog. Retrieved from www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/high-olive-oil-consumption-associated-with-longevity. This study found that individuals who consume more than half a tablespoon of olive oil daily have a 19% lower risk of death from all causes, particularly from cardiovascular disease and cancer. 

Fernández del Río, L., Gutiérrez-Casado, E., Varela-López, A., & Villalba, J. (2016). Olive Oil and the Hallmarks of Aging. Molecules, 21(2), 163. doi.org/10.3390/molecules21020163.  This paper discusses how the bioactive compounds in olive oil may counteract aging processes and contribute to longevity by targeting key hallmarks of aging. 

Buckland, G., & González, C. A. (2015). The role of olive oil in disease prevention: a focus on the recent epidemiological evidence from cohort studies and dietary intervention trials. British Journal of Nutrition, 113(S2), S94–S101. doi.org/10.1017/S0007114514003936.  This review highlights the protective effects of olive oil against chronic diseases based on extensive epidemiological studies and dietary interventions.

Heart Disease:

Olive oil consumption and risk of cardiovascular disease and all-cause mortality: A meta-analysis - Frontiers in Nutrition, October 18, 2022: The analysis revealed that higher olive oil intake is linked to reduced risks of cardiovascular disease and overall mortality across various studies.

Estruch, R., Ros, E., & Salas-Salvado, J. (2013). Primary prevention of cardiovascular disease with a Mediterranean diet. New England Journal of Medicine. 

Type 2 Diabetes:

Kaushik, S., Zhang, G., Goren, L., & Foster, D. A. (2020). A Review of Current Trends with Type 2 Diabetes Epidemiology and Management. Frontiers in Endocrinology, 11, 533. doi.org/10.3389/fendo.2020.00533This study provides a comprehensive overview of the current trends in type 2 diabetes epidemiology and management, emphasizing the need for effective strategies to address this global health issue.

Cancer:

Goren, L., Zhang, G., Kaushik, S., Breslin, P. A. S., Du, Y., & Foster, D. A. (2019). Oleocanthal and Oleocanthal-rich Olive Oils Induce Lysosomal Membrane Permeabilization in Cancer Cells. Molecules, 24(3), 506. doi.org/10.3390/molecules24030506. This study from Hunter College shows that olive oils high in oleocanthal can kill cancer cells without affecting normal cells, and oleocanthal injections reduced tumour burden in mice, potentially extending lifespan by 10.4 years. 

Alzheimer’s Disease:

Olive Oil – 7 Grams Per Day May Keep the Dementia Away - News-Medical, May 8, 2024. This report reiterates the findings that daily consumption of olive oil is linked to improved cognitive outcomes and reduced Alzheimer's disease risk. 

Olive Oil May Reduce Risk of Death from Dementia - Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, May 14, 2024. This study supports the link between olive oil intake and lower dementia-related mortality rates. 

Stroke

Samieri, C., Feart, C., Proust-Lima, C., et al. (2011). Olive oil consumption, plasma oleic acid, and stroke incidence: The Three-City Study. Neurology, 77(5), 418–425. doi.org/10.1212/WNL.0b013e318220abeb.  This study underscores the potential protective effects of olive oil against stroke in older populations.

Osteoporosis and Menopause

Zhang, Y., Zhang, Y., Zhang, Y., & Zhang, Y. (2014). Olive oil in the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis after menopause. Frontiers in Pharmacology, 5, 1–6. doi.org/10.3389/fphar.2014.00006This study underscores the potential of olive oil as a dietary component in supporting bone health and preventing osteoporosis in postmenopausal women.

Rheumatoid Arthritis:

De Vito, R., Parpinel, M., Speciani, M.C., Fiori, F., Bianco, R., Caporali, R., Ingegnoli, F., Scotti, I., Schioppo, T., Ubiali, T., Cutolo, M., Grosso, G., Ferraroni, M., Edefonti, V., & the GISEA Study Group. (2023). Olive Oil and Nuts in Rheumatoid Arthritis Disease Activity. Arthritis & Rheumatology, 75(Suppl 1). doi.org/10.1002/art.42347This study underscores the potential benefits of incorporating olive oil and nuts into the diet of individuals with RA to help manage disease activity.

Gastrointestinal Disorders:

Effect of Extra Virgin Olive Oil on Inflammatory Markers and Intestinal Microbiota in Chronic Kidney Disease Patients. In 2024, authors: Aliyah et al found EVOO reduced inflammation and improved gut microbiota health by increasing short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) in CKD patients. 

Mediterranean Diet and Olive Oil Redox Interactions on Lactate and Gut Microbiota.  In 2024 findings were a high adherence to the Mediterranean diet, rich in EVOO, improved inflammatory markers and altered gut microbiota composition, particularly reducing Oscillibacter abundance. 

Intestinal Microbiota Modulation at the Strain Level by Olive Oil Polyphenols Date: October 4, 2023 Authors: Not specified Findings: EVOO polyphenols significantly modulated intestinal microbiota, highlighting their role in gut health.