GettyA new mouse study suggests another reason why extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) may improve brain health and decrease risk of cognitive decline. As one of the main components of the Mediterranean Diet, EVOO has already earned an impressive health reputation. Mouse research can point to important directions for human research, but it’s not the same as human research and does not demonstrate a cause-and-effect relationship between EVOO and brain-health benefits for humans. The positive results found in this and related studies suggest potential benefits, but they are not “proof” of anything. Having said that, these results add to a body of findings suggesting that EVOO has the potential for improving both brain and heart health.

Source: Forbes November 30, 2019 14:34 UTC