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 Olive Oil Eases Ride for Bypass Patients: Standard Component of Mediterranean Diet Protects Against Heart Surgery Complications
 Mediterranean diet linked to low lung disease risk: Consuming a Mediterranean-style diet, rich in fruit, vegetables and fish, may reduce the risk of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) by 50 per cent, says new research from Harvard.
 Not Just Any Oil: Olive oil comes in many grades, varieties: Choosing an olive oil is like choosing a fine wine. Make sure that what ever region it’s coming from, they mean business. By Miriam Ramirez, The Monitor
 `Good-fat' diet shows promise for survivors of heart attacks: A Mediterranean-style diet high in olive oil and other healthy fats is just as good as the classic American Heart Association low-fat diet for the 8 million Americans who have suffered a heart attack and want to prevent a repeat, new research suggests. By Marilynn Marchione, Associated Press
 Olive oil may protect against stomach ulcers and cancer: Polyphenols found in olive oil, a mainstay of the Mediterranean diet, may prevent infection with the Helicobacter pylori bacteria, said to be the cause of millions of cases of gastritis and peptic ulcer disease each year.
 NAOOA Press Release Regarding Health Claim: Olive Oil Receives Qualified Health Claim from FDA North American Olive Oil Association’s Successful Petition Highlights Heart-Healthy Benefits of one of America’s Most Popular Cooking Oils.
Also: FDA Press Release
 EU Demands Mexico Justify Duties on Olive Oil Imports at WTO: Bloomberg News article
Also: Bloomberg News
 California olive prices up 60% from 2003 average: Smaller crop will mean another tough season for the challenged industry.
 EC Approves Aid to Olive-pomace Enterprises in Spain: The European Commission today authorised an aid to olive-pomace oil extracting, refining and bottling enterprises in Spain.
Also: EC Press Release
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