In Ayozar Oils we have always defended that Extra Virgin Olive Oil is not only an essential ingredient in our gastronomy, but also an ally for health. On the occasion of Women's Day, we want to delve into its impact on female well-being through specialized physiotherapy.
For this we have the vision of Goretti Font, physiotherapist, expert in pelvic floor and disseminator in women's health, known in networks as @pelvic_phisio, who highlights that “EVOO is part of a global strategy for caring for the female body, not as something isolated, but within an anti-inflammatory and protective lifestyle”.
EVOO and hormonal balance: support from nutrition
He Extra Virgin Olive Oil is especially rich in polyphenols, antioxidants and in monounsaturated fats, with a predominance of oleic acid. These components play a key role in metabolic processes that directly influence hormonal health.
As Goretti Font explains:
“ERegular consumption of EVOO helps modulate systemic inflammation and improves insulin sensitivity, something especially relevant in stages such as polycystic ovary syndrome or perimenopause..”
Insulin resistance and low-grade inflammation are factors that alter the female endocrine balance. Incorporating EVOO into a balanced diet helps create a more stable metabolic environment, promoting more efficient hormonal regulation.
In times of transition such as perimenopause and menopause—when the body experiences profound physiological changes—this anti-inflammatory effect is especially protective.
The pelvic floor is also nourished: the importance of healthy fats
The pelvic floor is often talked about in terms of exercise or rehabilitation, but it is rarely mentioned thatalso needs proper nutritionto stay functional.
“The pelvic floor is made up of muscular, fascial and connective tissue. For it to respond well, we need good vascularization, a low inflammatory state and a correct supply of healthy fats.”says Goretti.
EVOO, as a pillar of the Mediterranean diet, contributes to:
- Improve vascular health, promoting the arrival of nutrients to the tissues.
- Reduce inflammatory processes that weaken supporting structures.
- Protect the quality of collagen, essential for the elasticity and resistance of muscles and ligaments.
This becomes especially relevant in stages where the risk of dysfunctions such as prolapse, incontinence or loss of tone increases, situations that do not depend only on exercise, but also on the state of the tissue.
Silent inflammation and menopause: the protective role of EVOO
During menopause there is a natural increase in the body's basal inflammation, related to the decrease in estrogen. This silent inflammation accelerates tissue aging processes, affects joints, muscles and mucous membranes, and can influence quality of life.
This is where the Extra Virgin Olive Oil acts like a real natural regulator of the internal environment.
The polyphenols present in a quality EVOO:
- They act as cellular antioxidants.
- They protect against oxidative stress.
- They contribute to maintaining the long-term functionality of tissues.
It is not an immediate or miraculous effect, but rather a cumulative benefit linked to daily consumption.
Vaginal and mucosal health: an integrative approach
Another less known aspect is the relationship between food and intimate health. Vaginal mucous membranes, like any other tissue in the body, depend on correct cellular nutrition.
“A diet rich in antioxidants and healthy fats promotes the quality of the mucous membranes and helps regulate the local inflammatory response.”, explains Goretti Font.
“Although it does not replace specific treatments, it is part of the global approach that we work on in consultation.”
This integrative approach contributes to:
- Maintain tissue hydration and elasticity.
- Promote the balance of the vaginal microbiota.
- Reduce susceptibility to recurring discomfort.
Women's health, therefore, is not addressed only from medicine or physiotherapy, but also from what we put on our plate every day.
An everyday gesture with long-term impact
Incorporating quality EVOO into your daily diet is a simple habit, but with profound implications. We are not just talking about flavor, but about prevention, tissue care and metabolic balance.
As Goretti summarizes:
“Olive oil is another tool in women's health. It does not replace movement, physiotherapy or professional support, but it does build the biological terrain on which everything else works better.”
Taking care of yourself also means choosing well what we consume
Women's Day is a good time to remember that self-care doesn't always require big changes. Sometimes it starts with small, constant and conscious decisions: moving, listening to yourself... and also eating quality food.
InAyozar OilsWe believe in that form of well-being that is born from tradition, science and respect for the body. Because Extra Virgin Olive Oil is not only part of our culture, but also part of the comprehensive care of women in all their stages.
If you want to learn more about the pelvic floor and women's health, you can follow Goretti Font's work on Instagram at @pelvic_phisio, where he shares evidence-based health education and clinical experience.
