The current pandemic of obesity constitutes a major public health issue around the world, given its association with disabling chronic conditions and increased mortality. The prevalence of obesity has gone up dramatically since 1975, with an estimated 3-fold increase worldwide, mainly due to

Depression is an important health condition due to its high prevalence and the personal suffering it entails. Following a Mediterranean dietary pattern may have beneficial effects on mental health. In the multicentre PREDIDEP trial, researchers evaluated the effect of a dietary intervention based on

The main theme of this week are the multiple benefits associated with following a Mediterranean Diet (Med Diet), and its protective effects on various diseases, with a special focus on cardiovascular health. The Med Diet’s distinctive characteristic from other healthy dietary patterns is no doubt

In this week’s newsletter, we bring forward a research study that points out the effect of plasma fatty acids (FAs) on the risk of cardiovascular disease. Investigators conducted a case-cohort study nested within the PREDIMED trial and evaluated the relationship between changes in plasma

The first article that we want to highlight this week is a systematic review that examines the role of polyphenols in the Mediterranean Diet with respect to human and planetary health. It advocates for a transition to a sustainable and resilient food system, with the adoption of more sustainable

More and more, the Mediterranean diet is explored in the context of both cancer prevention and adjuvant enhancement of cancer treatments. Bolte et al reported in their study that high adherence to the Mediterranean diet improved the response rate to immune checkpoint treatments among melanoma

Increasing evidence confirms that dietary choice is key to maintaining health. Researchers at the Harvard School of Public Health in Boston recently conducted a study to test how long-term dietary patterns affect mortality risks. This study analyzed associations of 4 healthy eating patterns with

The worldwide burden of neurodegenerative diseases is enormous. In the absence of disease-modifying treatments, identifying modifiable risk factors over lifespan could alleviate the burden. Specifically, the Mediterranean Diet has been postulated as a potential alternative to prevent