Research has shown that extra virgin olive oil can improve the intestinal environment and increase c..

Intestinal microbiology increases with Virgin Oil…n Memory and concentration tend to improve as well

사진 확대 Image of extra Virgin olive oil. [Pixabay]

Research has shown that extra virgin olive oil can improve the intestinal environment and increase cognitive function. It is noteworthy that simple cooking oil selection can also affect brain health beyond the intestine.

On the 23rd, researchers at the University of Lovira-I Virgil, Spain, said they tracked changes in eating habits and cognitive function in 656 adults aged 55 to 75 for about two years and found that cognitive ability improved and intestinal microbial diversity increased in the group that steadily consumed extra virgin olive oil.

The study focused on overweight and obese adults with metabolic syndrome. The researchers explained that as a result of analyzing olive oil intake by dividing it into virgin and tablet, there were differences in both the intestine and brain depending on the type of oil.

The group that consumed extra virgin olive oil showed a tendency to improve cognitive functions such as memory and concentration as the intestinal microbial diversity increased over time. On the other hand, it was confirmed that microbial diversity decreased in the group that consumed refined olive oil. The researchers suggested the possibility that intestinal specific microorganisms (Adlercreutzia) are related to this effect.

These findings appear to be due to differences in olive oil production methods. Extra Virgin Olive Oil is made by a compression method to maintain antioxidants and vitamins, but refined oil reduces these beneficial ingredients during processing. Not all olive oil has the same effect, the researchers explained, adding, “It is important to choose which fat.”

However, some point out that additional research is needed to apply it to the general public as the research subjects are limited to a specific age group and metabolic disease risk group. “Health eventually begins with a daily diet,” experts said. “We must consider not only the amount of fat but also the quality.”

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