Health Benefits of Mediterranean Diet

Martini, Daniela

doi:10.3390/nu11081802

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“…Nutrition Nutrition is currently discussed not only as a game changer for planetary health (21) and the ongoing current climate crisis (22), but also as a potential source and reservoir for the emergence of viruses such as Ebola, MERS, SARS (23), and the development of multi-resistant bacteria (24) due to factory farming (25,26) and wild animal markets (23). In contrast to the adverse effects of unhealthy food on health, specific diets, rich in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory nutrients, can have a significant impact with regard to disease prevention/management and longevity (27,28).…”

Section: Nutrition and Vitamin Supplementationmentioning

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The Relevance of Complementary and Integrative Medicine in the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Qualitative Review of the Literature

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Background: During the COVID-19 pandemic people are facing risks of adverse health effects due to the restrictions implemented such as quarantine measures, reduced social contact, and self-isolation. In this qualitative review, we collected data on potential preventive and therapeutic health benefits of Complementary and Integrative Medicine (CIM) that might be useful during the COVID-19 pandemic. We have reviewed the scientific literature to summarize CIM practices that could be beneficial for improving physical and mental health and well-being of the population under the current pandemic circumstances. It must be noted that this review is not SARS-CoV-2 specific and we explicitly do not intend to make any SARS-CoV-2 specific health claims in this article.Methods and Findings: A qualitative, non-systematic literature review was conducted in Medline to identify literature describing preventive and therapeutic CIM approaches for strengthening mental and physical health. For a variety of CIM approaches clinical evidence was identified, indicating beneficial effects. CIM approaches include specific dietary measures and selected micronutrients, physical activity, techniques from Mind-Body Medicine, single botanicals or botanical compounds, and spending time in nature among others. The effects of CIM measures on conditions like obesity and hypertension are of special relevance here, as these conditions are considered as risk factors for a severe course of COVID-19. Moreover, a possibly direct effect of CIM approaches on immune functions and clinical parameters in respiratory tract infections, such as influenza, were identified. The findings of this review could be helpful for clinicians, patients, and the general population during the current pandemic when discussing and/or considering CIM options.Conclusions: CIM offers a variety of preventive and therapeutic options for strengthening physical and mental resilience, which could also be useful in the current COVID-19 pandemic. The evidence of CIM approaches with a potential benefit in the COVID-19 pandemic in different areas is worth to be analyzed. While this qualitative review has several obvious limitations, it might serve as useful starting point for further research on this topic.

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Section: Nutrition and Vitamin Supplementationmentioning

confidence: 99%

The Relevance of Complementary and Integrative Medicine in the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Qualitative Review of the Literature

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“…Specifically, so-called Western Diet Pattern is characterised by high intake of processed meat, red meat, or high-fat dairy products [204] being associated with an increased risk of colon cancer [167,168]. In contrast, the Mediterranean diet pattern based on fruits and vegetables rich in various phytochemicals shows chemopreventive anticancer effects mediated via complex antioxidant, detoxification, and free radical scavenging activities [205,206]. Unfortunately, people at high risk, due to genetic (inborn family) predisposition to colon cancer are not sufficiently responsing to a dietary prevention [207].…”

Section: General Colon Cancer Prevention In the Populationmentioning

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Genoprotective activities of plant natural substances in cancer and chemopreventive strategies in the context of 3P medicine

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Severe durable changes may occur to the DNA structure caused by exogenous and endogenous risk factors initiating the process of carcinogenesis. By evidence, a large portion of malignancies have been demonstrated as being preventable. Moreover, the targeted prevention of cancer onset is possible, due to unique properties of plant bioactive compounds. Although genoprotective effects of phytochemicals have been well documented, there is an evident lack of articles which would systematically present the spectrum of anticancer effects by phytochemicals, plant extracts, and plant-derived diet applicable to stratified patient groups at the level of targeted primary (cancer development) and secondary (cancer progression and metastatic disease) prevention. Consequently, clinical implementation of knowledge accumulated in the area is still highly restricted. To stimulate coherent co-development of the dedicated plant bioactive compound investigation on one hand and comprehensive cancer preventive strategies on the other hand, the current paper highlights and deeply analyses relevant evidence available in the area. Key molecular mechanisms are presented to detail genoprotective and anticancer activities of plants and phytochemicals. Clinical implementation is discussed. Based on the presented evidence, advanced chemopreventive strategies in the context of 3P medicine are considered.

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“…As far as MNDs are concerned, food-based strategies are crucial, namely producing foods that are naturally rich in micronutrients and promoting healthy and diversified diets [41]. Contrary to selective diets, it is worthy to highlight the proven advantages of the Mediterranean diet on health [117]. This diet offers a wide range of components that are proven to be beneficial, like vitamins, polyphenols, good fats (monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fatty acids), and prebiotic fibers, and at the same time, limited amounts of animal origin foods.…”

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Failure to Thrive in the Outpatient Clinic: A New Insight

2020

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Failure to thrive (FTT) is an abnormal growth pattern determined by inadequate nutrition. It is a common problem in children, representing 5% to 10% of patients seen in an outpatient setting. Many definitions have been proposed based on anthropometric deterioration; however, they show poor concordance. No single definition is sufficiently sensitive in identifying faltering growth whilst a combination of multiple criteria seems more accurate. In light of the recent redefinition of pediatric malnutrition as a disequilibrium between requirements and intakes of energy, and macro- and micronutrients, a wider conception of FTT as an unsatisfactory nutritional status related to poor growth and health is useful. Although the most severe problems of micronutrient malnutrition are found in developing countries, people of all regions of the world can be affected by micronutrient deficiencies (MNDs), a form of undernutrition with relevant effects on growth and health. Changes in diets and lifestyle, elimination diets, food insecurity, and food intake disorders create the conditions at risk of faltering growth and MNDs. This new insight integrates the “classical” anthropometric criteria for definition and treatment, in the aim of warranting both a regular increase in size and an overall adequate development and health status.

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Health Benefits of Mediterranean Diet

Abstract: Growing evidence shows that a dietary pattern inspired by Mediterranean Diet (MD) principles is associated with numerous health benefits [...]

Cited by 160 publications

References 28 publications

The Relevance of Complementary and Integrative Medicine in the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Qualitative Review of the Literature

The Relevance of Complementary and Integrative Medicine in the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Qualitative Review of the Literature

Genoprotective activities of plant natural substances in cancer and chemopreventive strategies in the context of 3P medicine

Failure to Thrive in the Outpatient Clinic: A New Insight

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