by Berkeley Wellness In the past 25 years, olive oil has taken on the sta­tus of a health food, initially among those trying to improve their cholesterol lev­els and protect their heart, but then also among people who were just generally health-conscious. Yes, olive oil, like all plant oils, is 100 percent fat—but supposedly a “good fat.” A large part of its attrac­tion has been due to accumulating research about the health benefits of the Mediterra­nean diet, of which olive oil is a key element. Smart marketing has… Read More →