This week on OHIS

This week on the Olive Health Information System website

The newsletter of the University of Navarra and the IOC dedicated to health

This edition of our newsletter addresses two essential aspects in the field of health and research. Firstly, it discusses the well-documented cardiovascular benefits of extra virgin olive oil. Secondly, it delves into the scientific and health implications of the extraction process and the management of its by-products.

The cardioprotective effects of extra virgin olive oil are attributed to its unique composition, particularly its monounsaturated fatty acids, such as oleic acid, and bioactive polyphenols, including hydroxytyrosol and oleocanthal. The synergy of these components helps reduce cardiovascular risk factors, including hypertension, dyslipidemia, and insulin resistance. Furthermore, extra virgin olive oil has been shown to improve endothelial function by increasing the bioavailability of nitric oxide. Its ability to modulate key biomarkers, such as LDL cholesterol and C-reactive protein, further solidifies its role as an essential element in dietary strategies for preventing and managing cardiovascular diseases.

On a different note, we highlight a comprehensive review on sustainable solutions for by-products of olive oil production. This review explores advanced treatment technologies such as bioremediation, membrane filtration, and advanced oxidation processes, which aim to treat olive mill wastewater. Interestingly, the study also highlights the economic potential of olive mill wastewater valorization, particularly through polyphenol extraction. These bioactive compounds possess antioxidant, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory properties, making them valuable for the pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and functional food industries. By integrating sustainable extraction techniques and circular economy models, olive mill wastewater can be transformed into a valuable resource, reducing waste and enhancing sustainability in the olive oil sector.

Other articles mentioned this week in the OHIS newsletter:

OLIVE OIL

Exploring the Cardiovascular Benefits of Extra Virgin Olive Oil: Insights into Mechanisms and Therapeutic Potential.

Olive oil wastewater: a comprehensive review on examination of toxicity, valorization strategies, composition, and modern management approaches.

MEDITERRANEAN DIET

Adherence to the Mediterranean diet and its protective effects against colorectal cancer: a meta-analysis of 26 studies with 2,217,404 participants.

Effects of a 12-Week Mediterranean-Type Time-Restricted Feeding Protocol in Patients With Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease: A Randomised Controlled Trial-The ‘CHRONO-NAFLD Project’.

The effect of mediterranean diet and chrononutrition on sleep quality: a scoping review.

Sustainable, planetary healthy dietary patterns are associated with lower 20-year incidence of cardiovascular disease: the ATTICA study (2002-2022).

Adherence to the Mediterranean Diet and Obesity-Linked Cancer Risk in EPIC.

CARDIOVASCULAR

MNT Evidence Update: Comparative Effectiveness of Dietary Programs for Reducing Mortality and Cardiovascular Events in Adults with Increased Cardiovascular Risk.

Impact of a 12-week personalized dietary intervention on vascular function and cardiovascular risk factors.

Mediterranean diet and hypertension: relationship between adherence to a Mediterranean diet and arterial hypertension.

Estimation of Cardiovascular Risk Using SCORE2, REGICOR and Vascular Age Scales in Spanish Healthcare Workers: A Retrospective Longitudinal Study.

DIETARY PATTERNS

An updated review of popular dietary patterns during pregnancy and lactation: Trends, benefits, and challenges.

Dietary Patterns and Colorectal Cancer Risk: Global Cancer Update Programme (CUP Global) Systematic Literature Review.

Navigating the Spectrum of 4 Evidence-Based Nutrition Options for Type 2 Diabetes Management.

Impact of Lifestyle Modifications on Cancer Mortality: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

CHILDREN

A snapshot of country-specific dietary habits and obesity in European children: the Feel4Diabetes study.

Impact of Mediterranean Diet Adherence on Lipid Profiles in Pediatric Primary Dyslipidemia: Insights from the Updated KIDMED Score.

COGNITIVE FUNCTION AND AGING

Hearing loss, diet, and cognitive decline: interconnections for dementia prevention.

Assessing the Association Between the Mediterranean, DASH, and MIND Dietary Patterns, Structural Connectivity, and Cognitive Function.

Adherence to the Mediterranean Diet in Spanish University Students: Association with Lifestyle Habits, Mental and Emotional Well-Being.

OTHERS

Artificial Intelligence-Based Diets: A Role in the Nutritional Treatment of Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease?

Changes in Sexual Functioning in Women with Severe Obesity After Bariatric Surgery: Impact of Postoperative Adherence to Mediterranean Diet.

Influence of Mediterranean Diet and Incidence of Global Warming on Food Habits and Plant Growth in Northern Mediterranean Latitudes: Narrative Review.