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The newsletter of the University of Navarra and the IOC dedicated to health
The World Health Organisation defines health as a state of complete well-being, encompassing physical, mental, and social aspects, and going beyond the mere absence of disease. This week’s newsletter highlights the importance of following the Mediterranean diet during two key stages of life: pregnancy and adulthood.
According to the results of a systematic review and meta-analysis involving 107,355 pregnant women from 5 trials and 18 cohort studies, better adherence to the Mediterranean diet during pregnancy could help prevent complications such as gestational diabetes, pre-eclampsia, preterm birth, and low birth weight.
In addition, a cross-sectional analysis of Australians over the age of 60 suggests that adherence to the Mediterranean diet may have a protective effect against symptoms of anxiety and stress in this age group, particularly through high consumption of fruits, nuts and legumes and reduced consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages.
Finally, an interesting article published this week reports that, in addition to its benefits for human health, olive oil could contribute to a sustainable strategy and promote circular economy in the broiler industry through the use of its by-products. Up to 10% of olive oil industry residues can be added to the diet of these animals without affecting their health or the quality of the meat. Its use has shown to improve feed efficiency and enhance antioxidant status during poultry growth in hot climates. This strategy could reduce costs and the environmental impact of the broiler industry.
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