Entries by Fiona

Gazpacho (Chilled vegetable soup)

I became a gazpacho fan when I lived in my hometown of Montreal, which like much of Eastern North America is very hot and humid in the summer.  Even here on the West Coast, on hot summer days, this soup is one of my favourite meals.   Unlike most other soups, this one does not freeze […]

Fresh Kiwi Sorbet with Lemon Olive Oil

Kiwis and lemons make a melt-in-your mouth summer treat.  You don’t have to tell anyone that this easy dessert is also heart-healthy and dairy-free. Needed for this recipe: • Sunshine Coast Olive Oil Co. Lemon Olive Oil Ingredients • 6 cups fresh peeled, chopped ripe kiwis, semi-soft and very sweet • ¼ cup honey or […]

Role of Olive Oil in Reducing Oxidative Stress

Extra virgin olive oil is a readily available antioxidant food source that helps reduce the effects of oxidative stress and therefore reduces the risk and progression of many diseases Environmental, physical and mental stressors cause the production of reactive oxygen species, also known as free radicals. The production of free radicals leads to the human […]

Nutritional Genomics and the Role of the Mediterranean Diet in Cardiovascular Disease

Early research in nutritional genomics shows the Mediterranean diet and consumption of olive oil fosters positive molecular changes in the body. A dietary pattern is made up of differing amounts of foods and beverages that all work collectively and in synergy to provide overall health benefits. Rather than looking at single nutrients as solutions to […]

Mediterranean Diet with Olive Oil May Prevent Breast Cancer Relapse

Though not the only risk factor, according to researchers, diet is one of the main factors provoking the initiation of cancer, including breast cancer. New preliminary results now shows diet could also prevent breast cancer relapse. Read article: https://www.oliveoiltimes.com/olive-oil-health-news/mediterranean-diet-olive-oil-may-prevent-breast-cancer-relapse/51820