What is the impact of the Mediterranean diet supplemented with olive oil or nuts on primary prevention of cardiovascular disease?
The primary prevention of cardiovascular disease with a Mediterranean diet supplemented with extra-virgin olive oil or nuts has been studied in the Estruch et al. study (S3.1-1). The results of the study showed that adherence to a Mediterranean diet supplemented with extra-virgin olive oil or nuts resulted in a decrease in major cardiovascular events, including a 30% reduction in the risk for myocardial infarction and stroke, compared to individuals who adhered to a low-fat diet.