Healthy aging has moved from a niche concept to a central pillar of the global health and nutrition industry. As populations age and life expectancy increases, the focus is no longer simply on living longer, but on living better for longer. Spain consistently ranks among the top European countries in terms of life expectancy, with a strong association between Mediterranean lifestyle patterns and longevity. (1-3)
Healthy aging is inherently multifactorial. It involves the long-term support of cardiovascular health, metabolic balance, cognitive function, and overall wellbeing. Consumers increasingly understand that aging well is achieved through consistent nutritional habits that align with how the body changes over time. (4)
This has driven growing interest in dietary patterns, rather than isolated nutrients. In this case, the Mediterranean diet stands out as one of the most extensively studied and widely recognised models associated with longevity and healthy aging. Its emphasis on plant-based ingredients, healthy fats, and balanced nutrition has been consistently linked to improved cardiovascular health, better metabolic outcomes, preserved cognitive function, and enhanced quality of life as people age.
However, while the Mediterranean diet is well established scientifically, adherence remains a challenge. (6) Modern lifestyles, convenience-driven consumption, and inconsistent dietary habits often prevent consumers from fully capturing its long-term benefits. This gap between scientific evidence and real-world application represents a significant opportunity for the nutrition industry: transferring a healthy aging formula into solutions that are simple, consistent, and scalable.
Marenostrum: The healthy aging ingredient
At Natac, we developed Marenostrum to address this exact challenge.
Marenostrum is designed as a dedicated healthy aging ingredient, inspired by the core principles of the mediterranean diet. It is formulated using a combination of olive, grape, artichoke and citrus extracts.
- The phenolic compounds present in olive extract, particularly hydroxytyrosol, can support cardiovascular health. (7)
- Proanthocyanidins from grape extracts are known for their strong antioxidant properties and can help to protect cells and tissues from oxidation. (8)
- Caffeoylquinic acids present in artichoke extracts, including chlorogenic acid, can support digestive wellbeing. (9)
- Citrus flavonoids, such as hesperidin, can contribute to metabolic balance. (10)
Rather than focusing on just one aspect of aging, the polyphenols present in Marenostrum support healthy aging holistically, aligning with the multifaceted nature of the process itself.
By gathering the most representative natural antioxidants, Marenostrum helps bridge the gap between scientific knowledge and everyday use for the nutraceuticals market.
For brands and partners, it offers a clear, lifestyle-based positioning that resonates with today’s health-conscious consumers while remaining grounded in well-established nutritional principles.
Interested in learning more? Download the Marenostrum dossier here.
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- https://ec.europa.eu/eurostat/web/products-eurostat-news/w/ddn-20250911-1
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- Covas, M. I., et al.; EUROLIVE Study Group. The effect of polyphenols in olive oil on heart disease risk factors: a randomized trial. Annals of Internal Medicine, 2006, 145 (5), 333-341.
- Sochorova, L. et al.; Health effects of grape seed and skin extracts and their influence on biochemical markers. Molecules. 2020, 25(22), 5311.
- Porro, C. et al.; Functional and Therapeutic Potential of Cynara scolymus in Health Benefits. Nutrients. 2024, 16(6), 872.
- Bondonno, N. P, et al.; Associations between flavonoid-rich food and flavonoid intakes and incident unhealthy aging outcomes in older United States males and females. The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, 2025, 121(5), 972-985.
