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September 18, 2025NutrientsOpen Access

Higher Local Food Consumption Is Associated with Higher Adherence to the Mediterranean Diet and Better Healthy Aging: Results of the DIAPELH Study

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AFAlexandra FoscolouGNGiannoula NikolaouTPTrisevgeni Pratti

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Overview

Cross-sectional study finds higher local food consumption correlates with better adherence to the Mediterranean diet and improved healthy aging among older Greeks.

Key Points

  • Older adults with high local food consumption had higher healthy aging scores, increasing SAI by 0.817 units compared to low consumers.
  • Those consuming over 45% of local foods showed an increased MedDietScore of 2.8 units over low consumers and 1.95 units over moderate consumers.
  • The study's findings underline the importance of food locality in promoting healthier dietary habits and enhancing the quality of life among older adults.
  • Participants included 449 Greek older adults assessed for various characteristics via validated questionnaires and procedures.

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Foscolou et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68d434ef713b0b5dfea74ca8https://doi.org/10.3390/nu17182975
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