Why Is the Association Between Mediterranean Diet and Physical Performance in Athletes Inconclusive? Implications for Future Studies
Journal of Functional Morphology and Kinesiology,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
10(1), P. 16 - 16
Published: Jan. 2, 2025
Background/Objectives:
Athletes
increasingly
turn
to
nutrition
and
supplements
enhance
performance,
yet
the
evidence
surrounding
efficacy
of
Mediterranean
diet
(MD)
remains
inconclusive.
This
scoping
review
aims
evaluate
identify
gaps
in
existing
literature
provide
implications
for
future
research
on
MD’s
potential
improve
athletic
performance
across
various
demographics,
sport
types,
measures.
Methods:
We
conducted
a
systematic
search
peer-reviewed
studies
published
four
databases
(PubMed,
Scopus,
Scielo,
Google
Scholar)
using
following
terms
their
combinations:
“mediterranean
diet”,
“performance”,
“athlete”,
“sport”.
The
placed
no
restrictions
experimental
design
or
time
period
publication
focused
athletes
regardless
competitive
level.
examined
targeted
about
effects
key
metrics,
such
as
endurance,
strength,
speed,
while
also
evaluating
possible
confounding
factors
like
dietary
intake,
body
composition,
training
status.
further
aimed
by
investigating
consistency
dosing
protocols,
supplementation
duration,
methodologies
used.
Results:
preliminary
findings
suggest
that
some
report
benefits
MD
recovery
only
40%
show
statistically
significant
improvements
outcomes,
often
with
methodological
limitations.
lacked
homogeneity
participant
dosage,
assessments,
hindering
comparability.
Our
highlights
need
incorporates
standardized
dosing,
homogeneous
athlete
populations,
controlled
conditions.
Conclusions:
provides
framework
guide
offers
insights
into
role
sports
nutrition.
Language: Английский
Impact of Low Inclusion Rate of Olive Cake in Dairy Cow Rations on Uterine Health and Fertility Indices During Early Lactation
Animals,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
15(2), P. 269 - 269
Published: Jan. 19, 2025
Olive
cake
was
incorporated
at
a
low
inclusion
rate
(3.7%)
into
the
rations
of
dairy
cows
through
partial
substitution
maize,
and
its
effects
on
milk
production,
general
health,
fertility
traits
were
investigated.
Multiparous
purebred
Holstein
(n
=
148)
divided
two
groups:
treated
group
86)
control
62).
The
ration
(group
C)
modified
by
replacing
1
kg
maize
with
an
equal
quantity
olive
T).
experiment
lasted
from
60
days
prepartum
to
150
postpartum.
Electronic
aids
utilized
quantify
daily
yield
detect
estrus
expression,
while
clinical
uterine
examinations
performed
weekly.
Blood
samples,
epithelial
cells,
endometrial
tissue
samples
collected
subgroup
healthy
animals
in
both
groups
specific
time
points.
examined
determine
β-hydroxybutyric
acid
(BHBA),
acute
phase
proteins
(haptoglobin
[Hpt]
serum
amyloid
A
[SAA]),
progesterone,
pregnancy-associated
glycoproteins
concentrations.
Uterine
cells
assessed
for
polymorphonuclear
neutrophil
(PMN)
counts,
expression
nine
genes
encoding
inflammatory
cytokines
immune
system
activation
analyzed
biopsy
tissue.
No
significant
differences
(p
>
0.05)
observed
between
yield,
morbidity,
endometritis,
or
conception
rates.
However,
T
came
approximately
6
earlier
0.013)
than
those
C;
progesterone
concentrations
day
7
subsequent
cycle
tended
0.07)
be
higher
T.
On
21,
BHBA
C
<
0.05).
Throughout
experiment,
Hpt
levels
consistently
lower
0.001),
SAA
compared
C.
From
21
42
postpartum,
there
reduction
PMN
numbers
p
0.02;
0.0001),
tendency
greater
0.08).
Among
studied,
difference
revealed
ILA1
gene,
strong
correlations
gene
weak
moderate
In
conclusion,
under
conditions
this
cows’
did
not
affect
production
but
improved
certain
health
parameters,
making
suitable
alternative
feedstuff
high-producing
animals.
Language: Английский
Mediterranean Treasures: Olive Varieties for Table and Olive Oil
Perihan Adun,
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Şebnem Güler
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IntechOpen eBooks,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Feb. 5, 2025
This
study
delves
into
the
diverse
varieties
of
table
olives
and
olive
oils
in
Mediterranean
Basin,
renowned
for
its
rich
cultural
heritage
culinary
traditions.
Focusing
on
agricultural
significance
gastronomic
versatility
these
products,
research
explores
varieties,
their
unique
flavors,
nutritional
profiles,
historical
importance.
By
examining
regional
distinctions
health
benefits,
aims
to
highlight
integral
role
oil
cuisine
lifestyle.
Ultimately,
this
chapter
emphasize
importance
managing
cultivated
germplasm
sustainably
future
breeding
programs.
Additionally,
preserving
wild
feral
populations
is
crucial
context
global
warming
climate
change.
Language: Английский
The Role of Olive Oil in Cardiometabolic Risk
Metabolites,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
15(3), P. 190 - 190
Published: March 11, 2025
Olive
oil,
the
primary
fat
source
in
Mediterranean
diet
(MedDiet),
is
rich
monounsaturated
fatty
acids
(MUFA),
especially
oleic
acid,
which
constitutes
70–80%
of
its
composition.
Extra-virgin
olive
oil
(EVOO),
produced
by
mechanically
pressing
olives,
highest
quality
with
an
intense
flavor
and
acidity
<1%.
In
contrast,
refined
(ROO),
a
blend
virgin
oils,
contains
fewer
antioxidants
anti-inflammatory
compounds.
EVOO’s
health
benefits
stem
largely
from
MUFA
content,
linked
to
reduced
risks
cardiovascular
disease
(CVD),
neurodegenerative
conditions,
certain
cancers.
Additionally,
EVOO
minor,
but
bioactive,
components
such
as
polyphenols,
tocopherols,
phytosterols,
contributing
oxidative
stability,
sensory
qualities,
health-promoting
properties.
These
include
like
oleuropein,
hydroxytyrosol,
tyrosol,
exhibit
anti-inflammatory,
cardioprotective,
neuroprotective,
anticancer
effects.
Epidemiological
studies
suggest
inverse
relationship
between
intake
CVD,
EVOO-enriched
MedDiet
interventions
showing
improved
lipid
profiles,
blood
pressure,
lower
event
risk.
The
PREDIMED
study
highlights
significant
role
reducing
cardiometabolic
This
review
explores
impact
chemical
within
framework
on
metabolic
variables
influencing
health.
Language: Английский
NMR-based metabolomic approach to estimate chemical and sensorial profiles of olive oil
Computational and Structural Biotechnology Journal,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: March 1, 2025
This
study
investigates
the
potential
of
1H
NMR
spectroscopy
for
predicting
key
chemical
and
sensory
attributes
in
olive
oil.
By
integrating
data
with
traditional
analyses
evaluation,
we
developed
multivariate
models
to
evaluate
predictive
power
spectra
coupled
machine
learning
algorithms
50
distinct
oil
quality
parameters,
including
physicochemical
properties,
fatty
acid
composition,
total
polyphenols,
tocopherols,
attributes.
We
applied
Random
Forest
regression
correlate
these
achieving
promising
results,
particularly
major
acids,
tocopherols.
have
also
found
collected
be
highly
effective
classifying
cultivars
years
harvest.
Our
findings
highlight
as
a
rapid,
non-destructive,
environmentally
friendly
tool
assessment.
introduces
novel
approach
that
combines
spectral
analysis
analytical
essential
qualitative
parameters
leveraging
proxies,
this
methodology
offers
alternative
assessment
techniques,
enabling
rapid
determination
several
related
attributes,
geographical
origin
samples.
Language: Английский