Cognitive Function

Cognitive Function

Systematic review finds that regular olive oil consumption enhances memory, verbal fluency, and visual-spatial skills in older adults.

🧪 Chowdhury et al., 2023 (Frontiers in Nutrition)
  • Study Type: Systematic review of multiple trials
  • Participants: Healthy older adults and those with mild cognitive impairment
  • Key Findings:
    • Consistent improvements in memory, verbal fluency, and visual-spatial abilities
    • Benefits attributed to EVOO’s rich polyphenol content
    • Observed in both healthy and MCI populations
  • Why It Matters: Regular EVOO intake may help preserve cognitive abilities and reduce risk of decline.
  • Limitations: Heterogeneous study designs and durations; more long-term RCTs needed.
  • Source: Frontiers in Nutrition, 2023

✅ Summary: Regular consumption of olive oil can enhance memory and overall cognitive function in aging adults.

Daily Olive Oil Intake Reduces Dementia Risk

Large observational cohort shows that consuming ≥7 g of olive oil daily is linked to a 28% lower risk of dementia-related death.

🧪 Li et al., 2024 (European Journal of Nutrition)
  • Study Type: Large-scale observational study
  • Participants: Community-dwelling adults followed long-term
  • Intervention: ≥7 g (½ tbsp) olive oil per day vs. lower intake
  • Key Findings:
    • 28% lower dementia-related mortality in high-intake group
    • Protective association attributed to anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects
  • Why It Matters: Even modest daily EVOO intake offers a simple strategy to support brain health over time.
  • Limitations: Observational design—cannot confirm causation.
  • Source: European Journal of Nutrition, 2024

✅ Summary: Daily intake of olive oil can substantially decrease your risk of developing dementia.

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