Your Money

A head-spinning quarter came to a disappointing end, with major stock indexes suffering their worst performance in two years and other markets recording some of the most extreme moves on record.

Inflation has surged to its highest level in four decades, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has rattled already stretched supply chains, and the Federal Reserve has embarked on a rate-increase plan. 

• Broad Market (S&P 500):  -4.6 1Q  |  -4.6 YTD
• Small Companies (Russell 2000):  -7.5 1Q  |  -7.5 YTD
• International Stocks (EAFE):  -5.8 1Q  |  -5.8 YTD
• Emerging Markets (MSCI EM):  -7.0 1Q  |  -7.0 YTD
• Bonds (Barclays Agg): -5.9 1Q  |  -5.9 YTD

Your Life

There was a New York Times article talking about inhabitants of a Greek island where people “forget to die.” The Mediterranean diet (based on the eating habits of Greek and other Mediterranean countries) has been linked to lower cancer rates, risks of heart disease, and occurrences of Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s disease. All these reports claim that the reason behind all this great health is olive oil. This article delves into the incredible health benefits of extra virgin olive oil and how to make the most of it.

Use Extra Virgin Olive Oil and You Might Just “Forget to Die”
by Perri O. Blumberg

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