Study of 25 315 initially healthy US women who were followed up for 25 years, we observed that higher adherence to the Mediterranean diet was associated with a 23% relative risk reduction in all-cause mortality. Findings of a lower risk of all-cause mortality among women with higher adherence to the Mediterranean diet. Higher Mediterranean diet consumption was associated with 16% reductions in all-cause and CVD mortality, 14 other cohorts based in the US and non-US populations have reported beneficial effects of the Mediterranean diet. Another meta-analysis of 21 cohort studies, which included 883,878 participants, reported that higher Mediterranean diet adherence was associated with a 21% reduced risk of CVD mortality. Read more

The encouragement of a healthy lifestyle, such as MedDiet promotion, particularly a Mediterranean diet vs a low-fat diet, could be an attractive dietary approach to prevent ED and preserve sexual function in men. Read more

Be cautious of the Mediterranean diet content you find on social media and on the web. This study reveals how posts from professionals and nonprofessionals differ in accuracy. Learn how to spot trustworthy information and make informed choices. Read more

Chef Giuseppe Urbano brings authentic, health-focused Mediterranean recipes straight to your kitchen. As a professional chef, he ensures every dish is both delicious and beneficial for your health. At MealsForLongevity.com, you can rely on expert guidance and trusted recipes designed with the science guidelines to support a vibrant, longer life. Explore more

University dining services represent a unique opportunity to build a supportive environment to educate students on the effects of their actions and foster human and planetary health. Read more

The Mediterranean and low-fat diets, with or without physical activity or other interventions, reduce all-cause mortality and non-fatal myocardial infarction in adults with increased cardiovascular risk. In addition, the Mediterranean diet data suggested it could likely reduce stroke risk. Read more

In a new study – covering almost 30 years – Harvard University researchers reveal a promising connection between olive oil consumption and a reduced threat of dementia-related mortality.

The results, culled from an exhaustive cohort study including more than 90,000 participants, uncovered intriguing evidence supporting the potential cognitive benefits of integrating liquid fat into one’s diet. Read more

Alcohol in Mediterranean countries is mostly consumed during meals and mainly in the form of wine. Recent cohort studies carried out in Spain have shown that higher adherence to the Mediterranean alcohol-drinking pattern (MADP) index may be protective against general mortality outcomes. View the full publication

These findings support the recommendations of Dietary Guidelines for Americans that multiple healthy eating patterns can be adapted to individual food traditions and preferences.

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Some high-temperature-cooked, extra-crispy, and dark-colored foods should be consumed with moderation.. Source: Corriere.it

Certain types of cooking, such as frying, grilling, and sautéing at high temperatures above 120 C or 248 F, may produce a chemical substance known as acrylamide. What’s acrylamide in food?

Read the 2015 report from the European Food Safety Authority to find out more.

05 May 2022 Several new studies reported positive results on the clastogenic and mutagenic properties of AA and its active metabolite glycidamide (GA).

14 October 2022 Factors that influence acrylamide formation in fried foods: a review

Read the warnings of Acrylamide and Cancer Risk on the American National Cancer Institute web site.

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Now, a study from the Department of Epidemiology at the I.R.C.C.S. Neuromed in Pozzilli, Italy, does justice to this essential component of the Mediterranean diet by demonstrating how pasta consumption is associated with a decreased likelihood of both general and abdominal obesity. Read the full article on sciencedaily.com . Read the full study

The consumption of nuts and dairy products in girls, sleep duration in boys and girls (6–12 y) and feeling happy and good about themselves in only girls (6–12 y) were associated with a protective effect against obesity. Read more

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Research on Nutrition and Childhood and Adolescent Obesity)

There is a lack of knowledge around healthy eating as 1 in 3 say they were never taught about healthy food options and 25% do not feel they know enough about nutrition to ensure they maintain a healthy diet.

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A well-managed nutrition and a diet adapted to age is essential to maintain mental freshness and a good quality of life at old age. Diets also influence the process of aging itself. By adhering to certain diets, such as the Mediterranean diet, the onset of age-related diseases can be prevented or delayed. Read more

Published online 2022 Dec 22. doi: 10.3390/nu15010047

Eat healthier Live longer! Question: Is there an association between Dietary Guidelines for Americans–recommended dietary patterns with total and cause-specific mortality?

Read more JAMA Intern Med. Published online January 09, 2023. doi:10.1001/jamainternmed.2022.6117

Fat from olive oil and nuts boosts the numbers of two key cellular structures and protects membranes from damage, lengthening the lives of laboratory worms, Stanford Medicine-led study finds. Read the full article.

The study was published in Nature Cell Biology.

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The Healthy Mediterranean-Style Dietary Pattern… ….are variations of the Healthy U.s.-style dietary Pattern with the same core elements. View more in this screenshot of the DGA.

Gastric cancer (GC), with an incidence of more than 1 million cases per year globally, is the fourth leading cause of cancer-related deaths. The MedDiet is considered a powerful and manageable method to fight cancer incidence due to its protective effects in reducing oxidative and inflammatory processes of cells and avoiding DNA damage, cell proliferation, and their survival, angiogenesis, inflammation, and metastasis. Read the full post.

Advanced Glycation End Products (AGEs) in Food: Advanced glycation end products, also known as glycotoxins, are a diverse group of highly oxidant compounds with pathogenic significance in aged-chronic disease, including diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and neurodegenerative disease. Read more

Multiple metabolic biomarkers and inflammatory markers were favorably affected, including decreased glucose markers, reduced cardiovascular markers including triglycerides and total cholesterol, increased high-density lipoprotein (HDL, ‘good cholesterol’), higher albumin levels, and reduced interleukin-8 (IL-8).

The intervention was also associated with a higher quality of life and reduction in fatigue, as well as better emotional, physical, and cognitive health. Read more

The higher academic performance observed in children and adolescents may be explained by the potential cognitive benefits of the MedDiet. Studies have shown that high adherence to the MedDiet is associated with greater working memory scores and cognitive strategies (e.g., organization and critical thinking), which seems to have a crucial role in achieving higher academic performance. Additionally, the MedDiet's emphasis on fruits and vegetables, rich in antioxidants and micronutrients, may contribute to improved academic performance. These findings suggest that the MedDiet could positively impact cognitive function and academic outcomes in young populations. Read more

There is a correlation between poor diet quality and accelerated biological aging. One might be able to slow down the aging process by improving dietary habits. Read more