Coronary Artery Disease or CAD is the leading cause of death in European countries and the United States, and recently, there is an alarming rise in the mortality rate in most developing countries, with stroke being the leading cause of long-term disabilities.
Cancer is the second deadliest disease, accounting for 8.8 million deaths in the world. Approximately 70% of deaths from cancer are from developing and underdeveloped countries.
The facts mentioned above are among the top three most deadly diseases in the world.
Unsurprisingly, poor diet and unhealthy lifestyle choices like excessive drinking of alcohol and smoking tobacco are the primary reasons to obtain chronic diseases. However, Spain’s very own olive oil and wine have made an impact to make the world a healthier place.
The role of olive oil
Long before the hype on salads and a plant-based diet, olive oil had already proven its worth when it comes to a healthy diet. At present times, scientists are promoting the use of extra virgin olive oil to reduce the risk of cancer and lower the rate of cholesterol level.
According to studies, at least three tablespoons a day is enough to prevent chronic disease as well as help with weight loss.
Another study on people who switched to a Mediterranean diet which consists of olive oil, nuts, beans, fruits, vegetables, and wine revealed that they are more likely to reduce the risk of chronic disease by about 30 percent.
The role of wine
Drinking wine, specifically, red wine is said to fight to aging, improve memory, reduce the risk of having a heart disease, and promote eye health. Nonetheless, we still ask as to how exactly it contributes to our health.
Recently, The Spanish Ageing Research Network found a direct connection between melatonin and long life.
Red wine is known to have high melatonin, a compound that can delay oxidative loss in the body and inflammable developments, a characteristic that explains old age.
Aside from delaying the aging process, it can also prevent age-related illnesses such as Parkinson’s Disease and diabetes. Another compound called procyanidins which can be found in red wine helps promote cardiovascular health.
The role of L&P Global
Being a Spanish wine exporter and industrial olive oil supplier, L&P Global’s advocacy is to promote a balanced diet using our natural products alongside a healthy lifestyle.
That is why we make sure that we only distribute products that are pro-health like authentic extra virgin olive oil and Spanish wines.
We believe that through our service, we can also spread our vission to others and contribute to promoting a healthy lifestyle to our clients, and to the rest of the world.
