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Neurodegenerative disorders are becoming more prevalent as society ages. Most neurodegenerative diseases, like Alzheimer’s disease and Parkinson’s disease, are idiopathic conditions with uncertain pathogenesis. Nonetheless, evidence shows that the course of neurodegenerative diseases is
The increase of life expectancy has led populations around the world to continue to age remarkably. In parallel with population aging, frailty, which is a geriatric syndrome characterized by reduced strength and endurance and lessened physiological functioning, is increasing. Apart from the high
As mentioned previously, recent findings suggest that a dietary intervention based on the Mediterranean diet (MD) could be useful to improve the mental health and overall quality of life of patients who have recovered from depression. The MD is a diet rich in plant-based foods, whose hallmark is the
The Mediterranean diet (MD) and its main component, extra virgin olive oil, have many beneficial health effects. Previous evidence has shown that the MD is one of the best diets for healthy ageing in terms of its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. In this context, a recent randomized
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
Discover how the Mediterranean Diet inspires contemporary cooking.
Explore this collaboration between the International Olive Council and The Culinary Institute of America, designed to promote healthy, sustainable and flavourful food choices, with a strong focus on technical training and menu innovation for chefs.
Inspiration du régime méditerranéen pour les biscuits contemporains
Apprenez-en plus sur cette collaboration entre le Culinary Institute of America et le Conseil oléicole international pour faire progresser des choix alimentaires sains, durables et délicieux, avec un accent particulier sur la formation technique et l’innovation des menus pour les chefs.
