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Green Beyond the Extra Virgin Olive Oil

We Olive was founded on the idea that the small olive growers in California deserved a platform to share their high-quality, low-yield extra virgin olive oil that by nature cannot compete with the pricing of its mass produced (and often adulterated) grocery store cousin. Many of those small farmers employ sustainable practices, farm organically and… read more

The Mediterranean Diet, Olive Oil & Your Health

Mediterranean Diet Food

While the Mediterranean Diet, which includes a healthy dose of extra virgin olive oil, has been in existence for hundreds of years, recent studies provide compelling evidence of the associated health benefits. Topping the list of reasons to eat like a Greek: Reduced risk of coronary artery disease and stroke More effective than a low-fat… read more

5 Ways to Get Your Daily Dose of EVOO

The research about olive oil and its health benefits becomes more compelling each year. We know that olive oil can help reduce your risk of coronary heart disease, stroke, diabetes and even cancer and dementia. We also know that the FDA recommends adding two tablespoons of EVOO to your diet to help protect your heart.… read more

Win Olive Oil for a Year!

Did you know that, according to the FDA, consuming just two tablespoons of EVOO each day can protect you from heart disease? In order to help you establish this healthy habit and help the American Heart Association in the fight against heart disease, we are giving away free olive oil for a year at each… read more

Two Tablespoons a Day Keeps the Dr. Away!

The Food & Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a qualified health claim that consuming two tablespoons of olive oil each day may reduce the risk of coronary heart disease. The FDA claim is based on evidence that monounsaturated fats, like those found in olive oil, can protect against heart disease. In order to get the… read more

5 Tricks for Sticking to Your New Year’s Resolutions

At We Olive our celebrations involve delicious, seasonal food passed around a big table of family and friends. Most often those meals are healthful, but around the holidays it’s easy to overdo the sweet treats and the hearty, heavier fare. When we need to right the ship and get back to lighter eating, we have… read more

Small Business Saturday – November 30th

Support Small Businesses by Shopping on Small Business Saturday – November 30th Many of us have participated in Black Friday madness, battling crushing crowds that sap our holiday cheer and goodwill toward men. We Olive invites you to consider the alternative with Small Business Saturday. Come out and shop the small businesses in your community… read more