WORLD
Action of transplanting olive trees in Schinoussa
Greece was hit by “Barbara,” but it brought hope
Greece was recently battered by “Barbara,” a winter storm. The
HEALTH
Lower risk of breast cancer with extra virgin olive oil
Among all types of cancer, breast cancer is one of the most common causes of mortality among women in developed countries. Many environmental factors, such as diet, can affect breast cancer development. Hydroxytyrosol (HT) is one
Different type of fats can reprogram immune cells
The health benefits of monounsaturated fatty acids of olive oil
GASTRONOMY - TOURISM
Messinia’s olive harvest: a treasured tradition
By Cristina Stribacu, Founder at LIÁ Cultivators As October comes to an end and the crisp autumn breeze begins to envelop the Messinian hills, it marks the beginning of one of Messinian’s most celebrated traditions: the
Two Greek “treasures”: Feta DODONI and virgin olive oil
Italian Cantuccini Biscuits with extra virgin olive oil
Olive tree in Salamis
ENVIRONMENT
PRACTICAL MEASURES TO PROTECT and ENHANCE OLIVE GROVES FAUNA
Olive trees, around the Mediterranean Sea, are so many, that practically constitute a large part of the environment and the ecosystem. Many organisms, including animals and birds, actually live or (in the modern world) try to
Action of transplanting olive trees in Schinoussa
SCIENCE
The Quality and Stability of Aromatized Olive Oil
Vegetable oils, especially unrefined oils, are subject to oxidation and hydrolytic changes under the influence of elevated temperature, light, and moisture. Essential oils and various herb extracts such as rosemary, sage, oregano, thyme, mint, basil, etc.