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Item IMPACTO DE LA DIETA MEDITERRÁNEA EN LA LONGEVIDAD: UNA REVISIÓN BIBLIOGRÁFICA(2025-06-18) Salguero Pérez, Carmen del Pilar; Bustillos Ortiz, Diana Isabel; Universidad Técnica de Ambato / Facultad de Ciencias de Salud / Carrera de Nutrición y DietéticaThe present study aims to evaluate the impact of the Mediterranean diet on the longevity of individuals over 65 years of age. Through a literature review, studies published between 2018 and 2023 in English and Spanish were analyzed. The search included academic databases such as Web of Science, PubMed, Scielo, and Science Direct, among others. The selected articles explored the direct relationship between adherence to the Mediterranean diet and its benefits for longevity. The results show that the Mediterranean diet, characterized by high consumption of fresh fruits and vegetables, legumes, nuts, whole grains, olive oil, and fish, is associated with healthy aging. The benefits of thisdietary pattern include reduced risk of cardiovascular diseases, type 2 diabetes, and other chronic conditions that affect quality of life in older adults. Furthermore, the cultural context of the Mediterranean diet is highlighted, where sharing meals in a social environment contributes to emotional and mental well-being, promoting a better quality of life and increased longevity.In conclusion, the Mediterranean diet represents a sustainable and health-promoting dietary pattern that not only provides essential nutrients and antioxidant properties but also fosters overall wellbeing and satisfactory aging. These findings support the promotion of the Mediterranean diet as an effective model for improving life expectancy and quality of life among the elderly population.