New research shows olive oil could help reduce dementia-related deaths
SalonMost people know that in the realm of cooking fats, olive oil is considered a "good fat" because it is high in monounsaturated fatty acids, which can aid in lowering ones LDL cholesterol. But as researchers discussed at the Nutrition 2023 Conference — the American Society for Nutritions' annual meeting —new findings suggest that olive oil could serve as a tool against dementia. Chan School of Public Health, said in a news release that opting for "olive oil, a natural product instead of fats such as margarine and commercial mayonnaise is a safe choice and may reduce the risk of fatal dementia." Over the 28 year period, it was found that, regardless of diet quality otherwise, "eating more than half a tablespoons of olive oil per day was associated with a 28% lower risk of dying from dementia, compared with participants who never or rarely consumed olive oil."