Dossier Olive oil | Observatoire de la prévention de l'Institut de Cardiologie de Montréal

The benefits of extra virgin olive oil on cardiovascular health

16 March 2021

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A large number of studies show that the phenolic compounds found in extra virgin olive oil play an important role in the prevention of cardiovascular disease associated with the Mediterranean diet.

Olive oil, the best source of fat for cooking

30 March 2020

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Dr Martin Juneau, M.D., FRCP

A new U.S. study confirms that regular consumption of olive oil is associated with a reduced risk of coronary heart disease.

Choosing dietary sources of unsaturated fats has many health benefits

5 February 2020

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Dr Martin Juneau, M.D., FRCP

It is now clearly established that replacing saturated fats with unsaturated fats (monounsaturated or polyunsaturated) is associated with a significant reduction in the risk of cardiovascular disease.