We all know that there is a strong correlation between our eating habits and many chronic diseases (cardiovascular diseases, cancer, obesity and diabetes).  Studies have shown that diets rich in monounsaturated fats (Mediterranean diet) which include olive oil, reduce the levels of triglycerides, total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol (“bad” cholesterol), resulting in an increase in the levels of HDL cholesterol (“good” cholesterol). These beneficial properties allow us to attribute the cardio protective properties to the label.