Olive oil: the key to better mental health and less dementia?

Olive oil: the key to better mental health and less dementia?

In a groundbreaking long-term study, researchers from the Harvard University found that a simple daily ritual-the consumption of olive oil-can drastically lower the risk of dying from dementia. Over 92,000 subjects have been observed over 28 years, and the results are amazing: Anyone who consumes at least one teaspoon of olive oil every day has a 28 percent reduced risk of dying from dementia. These findings could revolutionize the way we think about our diet!

Olive oil: the key to better health?

The main author of the study, Anne-Julie Tessier, said that the connection between olive oil and dementia mortality was previously unknown. Interestingly, the study showed that the general diet of the participants had no influence on the positive effects of olive oil. This means that even people with a less healthy diet can benefit from the advantages of olive oil consumption. For example, if you exchanged five grams of margarine or mayonnaise for the same amount of olive oil, you reduce your risk of dying from dementia, 8 to 14 percent!

The nutritionist Anne Danahy emphasizes that olive oil is rich in vitamin E and polyphenols - potent antioxidants that protect our cells and blood vessels, especially in the brain. These anti -inflammatory inhibitors could be crucial because inflammation is the main cause of aging the brain and the associated cognitive decay. Danahy recommends using olive oil as a preferred oil for most dishes and only using butter in special recipes.