@misc{10481/110936,
year = {2026},
month = {2},
url = {https://hdl.handle.net/10481/110936},
abstract = {Background/Objectives The Mediterranean dietary pattern (MedDiet) is associated with numerous health benefits, particularly in preventing chronic diseases and promoting well-being. Extra virgin olive oil (EVOO), a key component of the
MedDiet, is rich in monounsaturated fatty acids (MUFAs), polyphenols, and antioxidants, which may help slow age-related
physical decline. Health-related quality of life (HRQoL) is a crucial indicator of population health, and with an aging population, it is essential to assess whether dietary habits influence the physical component (Comp-P) of HRQoL. This study
examines this association in older adults to provide evidence supporting dietary recommendations for healthy aging.
Methods A cross-sectional study was conducted on 180 physically active adults aged 41–80, all adhering to the MedDiet.
Data were collected using the MEDAS, RAPA-Q, and SF-36 questionnaires. Participants were classified into two groups
based on EVOO consumption: MT4 (≥4 tablespoons/day) and LT4 (<4 tablespoons/day).
Results In the LT4 group, Comp-P and age showed a moderate, negative, and significant correlation (r=−0.349, p=0.009),
while in the MT4 group, the correlation was weak, negative, and not significant (r=−0.007, p=0.431). Similarly, bodily
pain correlated negatively with age in the LT4 group (r=−0.328, p=0.014), whereas no significant association was found in
the MT4 group (r=0.102, p=0.234).
Conclusions Among adults aged 41–80, higher EVOO consumption (≥4 tablespoons/day) may have a protective effect,
mitigating the impact of aging on self-perceived physical health and functional capacity.},
organization = {High Council for Sports (CSD)},
organization = {Spanish Ministry of Culture and Sport (NESA NETWORK, 19/UPB/23)},
organization = {University of Granada (Plan-P. 10)},
organization = {Funding for open access publishing: Universidad de Granada/CBUA},
publisher = {Springer Nature},
keywords = {EVOO},
keywords = {Mediterranean Diet},
keywords = {Health-related quality of life},
title = {Protective effect of extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) consumption on the physical component of health-related quality of life in aging adults},
doi = {10.1007/s00394-026-03906-y},
author = {Conde Pipó, Javier and Molina García, Cristina and Arense, Julian and Jiménez García, José Daniel and Martínez Amat, Antonio and Mariscal Arcas, Miguel},
}