Smithsonian Magazine on MSN10d
Ancient Greek and Roman Statues Were Not Only Beautiful, but Also Smelled Nice, Too
But, in reality, ancient Greeks and Romans embraced bold colors, which archaeologists call “polychromy.” Brightly hued paints ...
ZME Science on MSN12d
The Smell of Gods: Ancient Greek and Roman Statues Were Once Not Only Painted But Also Perfumed
For centuries, the stark white marble statues of ancient Greece and Rome have stood as timeless symbols of classical beauty.
Jacaranda FM6d
Five fascinating facts about Greek olive oil
The Greek island of Crete, where some of the world's best olive oil is made, is home to one of the oldest olive trees that still bears fruit. The Olive Tree of Vouves is thought to be at least 2,000 ...
Chowhound on MSN4mon
Why Olive Oil From Other Countries Tastes Different
Olive oil has been around for millennia. Even the ancient Greek poet Homer called it "liquid gold" in his famous epic, "Iliad ...
Greek Reporter12d
Drinking Olive Oil: Health and Beauty Elixir or Celebrity Fad?
There’s no doubt that olive oil is full of good stuff. It’s high in polyphenols and antioxidants, which have protective ...
BBC8mon
The seven ingredients Greek chefs swear by
It’s holiday season, but if you can’t make it abroad this year there are easy ways to enjoy a taste of Greece at home, using ingredients you can find in your local supermarket… From salads ...
Mena FN11d
Olive Oil In Dermatology: Bridging Ancient Traditions With Modern Medicine
(MENAFN- EIN Presswire) Olive oil's anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties offer new possibilities in dermatology, bridging ancient traditions with modern skin care treatments.” - Zaryab ...