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Join the COOC in Monterey, Calif., March 15 – 17, 2024 Join us for the COOC Annual Member Meeting at the Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel And Spa On Del Monte Golf Course in beautiful Monterey! This in-person event is a fantastic opportunity for COOC members to connect, share ideas, and shape the future of our organization. Don’t miss out on this exciting gathering of like-minded individuals who are passionate about the olive oil industry. Come and enjoy the picturesque surroundings, engaging discussions, and networking opportunities. We look forward to seeing you there! If you are not a ..read more

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Can Extra Virgin Olive Oil alter a person’s genes? Many studies have shown that the Mediterranean diet and Extra Virgin Olive Oil contain nutrients (phenolic compounds and bioactive molecules) with anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory, anti-aging and neuroprotective activities. The health benefits of EVOO are partly related to their ability to influence molecules in the body that change human gene expression and metabolic function. We call these effects “Nutri-epigenomics” – how nutrients influence gene expression, metabolism and health. The post Olive Oil & Genetics appeared first on California ..read more

Can you explain what an unsaturated fat is? I know EVOO is a healthier fat because it mainly consists of unsaturated fats which are better for cholesterol levels. We know that the fatty acids and antioxidants in EVOO contribute to its powerful health benefits, but what exactly are fatty acids? Fat is made up of 3 fatty acids joined together. Fatty acids are long chains of carbon and hydrogen atoms that are either straight (saturated) or bent (mono and poly-unsaturated). The main type of fat found in EVOO is monounsaturated fatty acids (MUFAs) and they are considered a healthy dietary fat. The ..read more