Extra Virgin Olive Oil Could Boost Brain Power Through the Gut Microbiome, Study Finds
– First human study links virgin olive oil to improved cognition and greater gut bacteria diversity –
Extra virgin olive oil has long been celebrated as a cornerstone of the heart-healthy Mediterranean diet. Now, new research suggests its benefits may extend directly to the brain, working through the gut microbiome to support cognitive function.
A study led by researchers from the Universitat Rovira i Virgili (URV) in Spain, along with the Pere Virgili Health Research Institute (IISPV) and CIBERobn, has found a meaningful link between extra virgin olive oil consumption, gut bacteria composition, and preserved cognitive health. The findings were published in the journal Microbiome.
"This is the first prospective study in humans to specifically analyze the role of olive oil in the ...