Holy chrism is a mixture of olive-oil and balm ... The oil of the sick is used for Extreme Unction and for some blessings; the oil of catechumens is used for Baptism and Holy Orders.

probably from the Aramaic words for oil press. Today many pilgrims come to this grove of olive trees outside the walls of Jerusalem to remember the darkest night of Jesus’ life. From its odd ...

Olive oil is rich in antioxidants, which help combat damage in the body in a variety of ways,” says one nutrition expert.

The benefits of olive oil come from its blend of healthy fats, antioxidants, and anti-inflammatory properties that could help ...

The 273-page manual, available for purchase online, is the first of its kind in the U.S. While some parts of the book are ...

Both contain vitamin E, which boasts benefits for skin health and has antioxidant properties. But, Zumpano says, olive oil ...

Spain's olive oil industry is also a natural ally for companies like Repsol and Cepsa, which are investing heavily to boost ...

Avocado oil and olive oil are both flavorful, easy to use and full of healthy nutrients. But is one healthier than the other?

A staple food ingredient is becoming too expensive in the country that produces the most of it. Olive oil in Spain is now being outbought by sunflower oil, Reuters reports, as prices for olive oil ...

Chefs have embraced olive oil for years, and these days, hairstylists are doing so too. Extracted from the olive fruit, olive oil contains good-for-your-hair monounsaturated fatty acid ...

More extra virgin olive oil consumption can lead to spikes in LDL levels, glucose levels and cholesterol. Here’s what you need to know. Extra virgin olive oil holds the reputation of being one ...

Heatwaves and drought have been crippling olive oil production in recent years. Spain — the world's largest olive oil provider — expects production to drop by 50% this year. On top of creating ...