The Mediterranean diet, of which olive oil is a main component, has long been associated with numerous health benefits, especially for brain function and heart health. Now scientists are investigating the role of extra virgin olive oil in the therapy of people with Down syndrome – a genetic condition caused by the presence of an extra copy of chromosome 21.

It is a well-known fact that a mother’s diet affects the composition of the breast milk she produces. More and more studies show that breastfeeding women should include extra virgin olive oil in their daily menu. Followers of the Mediterranean diet produce milk with a healthier fatty acid profile. Research has found that key nutrients contained in olive oil also pass into breast milk.

It is understandable that every expectant mother wants to be sure of the safety of a product before adding it to her diet. Extra virgin olive oil will not only do you no harm, but will also bring enormous benefits for you and your growing baby.

The most wonderful time of the year is coming, when we will see our loved ones, immerse ourselves in the aroma of our favorite dishes and homemade sweets. And if for some people this is a long-awaited vacation, for others the holidays are usually linked with worries about their figure, which can easily spoil the comfort of home.

In the previous article we shared how a healthy diet can reduce the risk of premature birth. Today we will go back a little further and look at the four key moments in the process of conceiving at which future parents need to change their diet.

A new study by the American Health Institute  proves that women who follow a healthy diet, such as the Mediterranean diet, throughout pregnancy are 50% less likely to have a premature birth as a result.

It is always an unexpected joy when something so delicious turns out to be good for us too. (If you haven’t learned this about olive oil yet, it’s time you did).