scholarly journals Mediterranean Edible Plants: An Assessment of Their Antioxidant, Radical Scavenger Properties and Their Use as Super Foods, Nutraceuticals, Functional Foods

Antioxidants ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (5) ◽  
pp. 766
Author(s):  
Azzurra Stefanucci ◽  
Adriano Mollica
Keyword(s):  
Mediterranean Sea ◽  
Mediterranean Diet ◽  
Functional Foods ◽  
Radical Scavenger ◽  
Edible Plants ◽  
The Mediterranean

The Mediterranean diet comprises a set of foods that commonly feature in the diet of inhabitants from countries bordering the Mediterranean Sea [...]

Relevance of functional foods in the Mediterranean diet: the role of olive oil, berries and honey in the prevention of cancer and cardiovascular diseases

2018 ◽  
Vol 59 (6) ◽  
pp. 893-920 ◽  
Author(s):  
Maurizio Battino ◽  
Tamara Y. Forbes-Hernández ◽  
Massimiliano Gasparrini ◽  
Sadia Afrin ◽  
Danila Cianciosi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Cardiovascular Diseases ◽  
Olive Oil ◽  
Mediterranean Diet ◽  
Functional Foods ◽  
The Mediterranean ◽  
Prevention Of Cancer

Bioactive Compounds in Wild Asteraceae Edible Plants Consumed in the Mediterranean Diet

2020 ◽  
Vol 75 (4) ◽  
pp. 540-546
Author(s):  
Gianfranco Panfili ◽  
Serena Niro ◽  
Annarita Bufano ◽  
Annacristina D’Agostino ◽  
Alessandra Fratianni ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mediterranean Diet ◽  
Bioactive Compounds ◽  
Edible Plants ◽  
The Mediterranean

scholarly journals Increased Functional Foods’ Consumption and Mediterranean Diet Adherence May Have a Protective Effect in the Appearance of Gastrointestinal Diseases: A Case–Control Study

Medicines ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
pp. 50 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ioannis-Nektarios Elmaliklis ◽  
Athanasia Liveri ◽  
Basileios Ntelis ◽  
Konstantina Paraskeva ◽  
Ioannis Goulis ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mediterranean Diet ◽  
Functional Foods ◽  
Case Control Study ◽  
Gastrointestinal Diseases ◽  
Case Control ◽  
Healthy People ◽  
Diet Adherence ◽  
Mediterranean Diet Adherence ◽  
The Mediterranean ◽  
Control Study

Background: Epidemiological studies have suggested a possible correlation between nutritional factors and gastrointestinal diseases. Methods: A case–control study was designed in order to investigate if functional foods consumption and Mediterranean diet adherence have a positive effect in ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease, irritable bowel syndrome, and gastroesophageal reflux disease. In total, 142 patients (cases) and 147 gender-matched healthy people (controls) participated in the study. Functional food consumption was screened by using a Food Frequency Questionnaire based on the NHANES study, while Mediterranean diet adoption was evaluated by a 14-item Med Diet Assessment tool based on the PREDIMED study. The statistical analysis was performed with SPSS-22. Results: In the previous 2–3 years, the controls had more frequently consumed some categories (probiotics, prebiotics-enriched, and low-fat foods) and some kinds of functional foods (mountain tea, berries, pomegranate, oats, mastics, turmeric, soybeans, and raisins) compared to the cases (p < 0.05). Healthy people were more adherent to the Mediterranean diet than patients (p < 0.05). A multifactor analysis showed that the augmented score of the Mediterranean diet and the augmented consumption of categories and kinds of functional foods were protective factors in the appearance of gastrointestinal diseases. Conclusions: More studies should be conducted in order to further investigate the possible association between specific food components and gastrointestinal diseases’ pathophysiology.

scholarly journals Adherence to the Mediterranean diet and consumption of functional foods among the Balearic Islands’ adolescent population

2014 ◽  
Vol 18 (4) ◽  
pp. 659-668 ◽  
Author(s):  
Asli Emine Ozen ◽  
Maria del Mar Bibiloni ◽  
María Antonia Murcia ◽  
Antoni Pons ◽  
Josep A Tur
Keyword(s):  
Mediterranean Diet ◽  
Parental Education ◽  
Functional Foods ◽  
Dietary Assessment ◽  
Balearic Islands ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Adolescent Population ◽  
Dietary Components ◽  
The Mediterranean ◽  
Daily Intakes

AbstractObjectiveTo assess differences in adherence to the Mediterranean diet (MD) between consumers and non-consumers of functional foods among the Balearic Islands’ adolescent population.DesignCross-sectional nutritional survey carried out (2007–2008) in the Balearic Islands, a Mediterranean region. Dietary assessment was based on a semi-quantitative FFQ and two non-consecutive 24 h recalls. Anthropometric measurements and questions related to socio-economic status, physical activity and adherence to the MD were assessed.SettingData obtained from a representative sample of all inhabitants living in the Balearic Islands aged 12–17 years.SubjectsA random sample (n 1961) of the adolescent population was interviewed.ResultsThe mean adherence to the MD among consumers of functional foods was 56·42 (sd 6·05) % and 55·76 (sd 5·41) % among non-consumers. Consumption of fruit juice, fibre-rich bread/cookies, cereal bars, fish and soya milk was higher among adolescents with high MD adherence, and consumption of modified milk, probiotics, breakfast cereals and infusions was higher among adolescents with low MD adherence. Daily intakes of functional dietary components from plant foods (dietary fibre, vitamins C and E, carotene, folic acid) were higher among adolescents with high MD adherence.ConclusionsThe Balearic Islands’ adolescent population had moderate adherence to the MD; higher adherence was observed among consumers of functional foods. Average daily intakes of functional foods and functional dietary components were higher among adolescents with high adherence to the MD. Gender, age and low parental education were risk factors for low adherence to the MD, mainly among non-consumers of functional foods.

scholarly journals Considerations for the adoption of a Mediterranean diet beyond the Mediterranean Sea: lessons from Australian trials

2020 ◽  
Vol 79 (OCE2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Karen Murphy ◽  
Kathryn Dyer ◽  
Belinda Hyde ◽  
Courtney Davis ◽  
Jonathan Hodgson ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mediterranean Sea ◽  
Mediterranean Diet ◽  
Population Level ◽  
Good Health ◽  
Cardiometabolic Health ◽  
Mindful Eating ◽  
Cvd Risk ◽  
Time Interaction ◽  
The Mediterranean ◽  
Ongoing Support

AbstractThe Blue Zones are known for healthy longevity and low rates of chronic disease. Common denominators between blue zones include social, environmental and spiritual foundations for good health, however there are key dietary contributors including mindful eating and a predominantly plant-based diet. the Mediterranean diet (MedDiet) is a plant-based diet and is reported to reduce the risk of overall mortality and cancer incidence, diabetes, neurodegenerative disease, heart attack and cardiovascular disease (CVD). Populations have enjoyed the health benefits of a MedDiet, for years, which could offer better health to Western countries which suffer from lifestyle diseases like obesity and heart disease. But how feasible is it to implement such a pattern beyond the Mediterranean sea? The MedLey study explored whether a MedDiet could be adhered to for 6 months and would improve CVD risk factors compared with habitual diet (HabDiet) in a population of older Australian adults. Volunteers were assessed at 3 points during the study (0, 3, 6 months) and12 months after the intervention had finished (18 months). 137 volunteers completed the trial and 128 volunteers completed the follow-up study. Participants completed a food frequency questionnaire and a 15-point MedDiet adherence score (MDAS; greater score = greater adherence) was calculated. Home BP was measured over 6 days, and cardiometabolic health outcomes were assessed. Data were analysed using intention-to-treat LMEM with a group x time interaction term comparing data at 0, 3, 6 and 18-months (12-months post-trial). At baseline the MedDiet score was 6.7 ± 0.2, 9.6 ± 0.2 at 4 months and 7.9 ± 0.3 at 18-months (p < .0001 to baseline and 4 months). The MedDiet resulted in improved systolic BP, endothelial dilatation, oxidative stress and plasma triglycerides in comparison with HabDiet, after 6 months (p < .05). These changes were not sustained at 18-months but did not completely return to baseline values. Principles of the MedDiet appeared to be somewhat maintained. Consumption of olive oil, legumes, fish and vegetables (p < .01) remained higher and discretionary food consumption (p = .02) remained lower at 18-months than baseline in the MedDiet group. We have shown that following a MedDiet for 6-months is feasible and results improvements in markers of CVD risk. Some principles of the MedDiet were maintained following trial completion, but ongoing support may be helpful in maintaining MedDiet adherence and improved health. To implement such a pattern on a population level, several considerations are required including provision of resources and information, ongoing support, creating supportive environments through a multi-settings approach.

Homocysteine Levels Show Significant Differences among Mediterranean Dietary Quality Index Variables Compared to Folate and Vitamin B12 Status in Women

2015 ◽  
Vol 85 (3-4) ◽  
pp. 202-210 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ivona Višekruna ◽  
Ivana Rumbak ◽  
Ivana Rumora Samarin ◽  
Irena Keser ◽  
Jasmina Ranilović
Keyword(s):  
Mediterranean Diet ◽  
Diet Quality ◽  
Quality Index ◽  
Fruits And Vegetables ◽  
Reproductive Age ◽  
Dietary Quality ◽  
Vitamin B ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Poor Diet ◽  
The Mediterranean

Abstract. Results of epidemiologic studies and clinical trials have shown that subjects following the Mediterranean diet had lower inflammatory markers such as homocysteine (Hcy). Therefore, the aim of this cross-sectional study was to assess female diet quality with the Mediterranean diet quality index (MDQI) and to determine the correlation between MDQI, homocysteine, folate and vitamin B12 levels in the blood. The study participants were 237 apparently healthy women (96 of reproductive age and 141 postmenopausal) between 25 and 93 years. For each participant, 24-hour dietary recalls for 3 days were collected, MDQI was calculated, and plasma Hcy, serum and erythrocyte folate and vitamin B12 levels were analysed. Total MDQI ranged from 8 to 10 points, which represented a medium-poor diet for the subjects. The strength of correlation using biomarkers, regardless of group type, age, gender and other measured parameters, was ranked from best (0.11) to worst (0.52) for olive oil, fish, fruits and vegetables, grains, and meat, in this order. Hcy levels showed the best response among all markers across all groups and food types. Our study shows significant differences between variables of the MDQI and Hcy levels compared to levels of folate and vitamin B12 in participants with medium-poor diet quality, as evaluated according to MDQI scores.

Aeromonas dhakensis pneumonia and sepsis in a neonate Risso’s dolphin Grampus griseus from the Mediterranean Sea

2015 ◽  
Vol 116 (1) ◽  
pp. 69-74 ◽  
Author(s):  
L Pérez ◽  
ML Abarca ◽  
F Latif-Eugenín ◽  
R Beaz-Hidalgo ◽  
MJ Figueras ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mediterranean Sea ◽  
Grampus Griseus ◽  
The Mediterranean ◽  
Risso's Dolphin
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