• Just as with vegetables, I have lots of patients say that they just don't like to eat fish. (drgourmet.com)
  • Loaded with fruits, vegetables, whole grains, fish, lean meats and olive oil, the Mediterranean diet focuses on plant-based foods and healthy fats while allowing for versatility and creativity. (clevelandclinic.org)
  • For this hybrid diet, individuals must eat nine types of foods or drinks regularly such as vegetables and berries. (naturalnews.com)
  • The Mediterranean diet highlights fruits, vegetables, nuts and olive oil. (go.com)
  • Researchers in Greece found that a diet rich in vegetables and lower in poultry and alcohol -- two hallmarks of the Mediterranean diet -- was associated with a decreased likelihood of developing symptoms of depression or a diagnosis of depression later in life. (go.com)
  • The Mediterranean diet is an eating pattern that emulates how people in the Mediterranean region have traditionally eaten, with a focus on foods like olive oil, fish and vegetables. (go.com)
  • Tomatoes, olive oil, green leafy vegetables, nuts, fish like salmon and sardines and fruits like oranges and strawberries are all foods that fight inflammation, according to Harvard's list. (go.com)
  • Widely recommended by health professionals, the Mediterranean way of eating emphasizes the consumption of plant foods (fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts, legumes) and healthy fats such as olive oil . (lifeextension.com)
  • As the authors note, that the analysis 'indicates that the dominant components of the Mediterranean diet score as a predictor of lower mortality are moderate consumption of [alcohol], low consumption of meat and meat products, and high consumption of vegetables , fruits and nuts, olive oil, and legumes. (go.com)
  • But, he added, the considerable contribution of fruits and vegetables to the Mediterranean diet equation may be the very reason why it may overshadow some of the other healthful elements of the regimen. (go.com)
  • Typical Mediterranean diet foods include hummus and vegetables, fish and vegetables, lentil soup and more. (deseret.com)
  • Baked fish with vegetables. (deseret.com)
  • Nutrient dense foods such as fish, fruits and vegetables, nuts and olive oil are recommended. (matherhospital.org)
  • A vegan diet focuses on consuming plenty of vegetables, fruits, whole grains, legumes, nuts, and seeds and excludes meat and dairy products. (medicinenet.com)
  • Pescatarians eat various types of seafood in addition to a plant-based diet of vegetables, legumes, fruits, and whole grains. (medicinenet.com)
  • A low-glycemic diet consists of high-fiber plant foods, such as whole grains, vegetables, fruits, and legumes, in quantities that are adequate for your needs. (medicinenet.com)
  • Hailing from the traditional dietary patterns of residents along the Mediterranean coast, the main staples of the diet include nuts, whole grains, olive oil, fruits, vegetables, unrefined cereals, lots of legumes, just as much fish, some cheese and yogurt and occasional consumption of wine. (observer.com)
  • Beef, it has been found, has a relatively larger carbon footprint than fruits and vegetables which make up much of the Mediterranean diet. (observer.com)
  • The researchers evaluated participants' adherence to the full Mediterranean Diet, using a nine-component score that assessed consump-tion of plant foods (fruits, vegetables, legumes, and cereals), fish, meat, dairy products, alcohol, and the ratio of monounsaturated-to-saturated fatty acids. (aao.org)
  • For in-stance, those in RS-1 were more likely to consume dairy, while those in the Alienor Study were more likely to eat vegetables, cereals, and fish. (aao.org)
  • Definitions of a Mediterranean dietary pattern vary and we included only randomised controlled trials (RCTs) of interventions that reported both of the following key components: a high monounsaturated/saturated fat ratio (use of olive oil as main cooking ingredient and/or consumption of other traditional foods high in monounsaturated fats such as tree nuts) and a high intake of plant-based foods, including fruits, vegetables and legumes. (cochrane.org)
  • The Mediterranean diet includes large amounts of fruits, vegetables, olive oil, beans and cereal grains such as wheat and rice, moderate amounts of fish, dairy and wine, and limited red meat and poultry. (eurekalert.org)
  • Diets rich in plant-based foods (like vegetables, fruits, legumes, nuts, seeds, and whole grains) and lower in red and processed meats are both health-promoting and more sustainable. (greencitizen.com)
  • More of a dietary lifestyle or way of eating than what we often refer to as a "diet," the Mediterranean Diet is built on the following pillars: daily consumption of vegetables, fruit, whole grains, healthy fats (from food items such as nuts and avocados), and weekly consumption of fish, poultry, eggs and beans. (traveltowellness.com)
  • On the coasts, fish, and vegetables reign supreme. (traveltowellness.com)
  • And for the third year in a row, the Mediterranean diet-which advocates for lean proteins, whole grains, seafood, and plenty of vegetables , along with the occasional glass of wine-was given top marks by experts. (wellandgood.com)
  • It emphasizes whole grains, fruits and vegetables, fish and shellfish, and healthy fats like nuts and olive oil. (alz.org)
  • In addition, a diet low in fatty meats and rich in fruits and vegetables is associated with less prostate, breast, and colon disease. (medscape.com)
  • The Mediterranean diet also emphasizes fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, with moderate alcohol intake. (medscape.com)
  • The HMR diet is a low-calorie plan with meal replacement shakes that focuses on fruits and vegetables. (medscape.com)
  • A Mediterranean-style diet--which includes nuts, heart and lungs and boost circulation vegetables, and fish-- is one example of a diet that's good for heart health and may support the brain's ability to These science-based tips can help you stay healthy, Strength exercises such as weightlifting, resistance band workouts, and carrying groceries, which keep your think and remember. (medlineplus.gov)
  • A diet typical of the Mediterranean region characterized by a pattern high in fruits and vegetables, EDIBLE GRAIN and bread, potatoes, poultry, beans, nuts, olive oil and fish while low in red meat and dairy and moderate in alcohol consumption. (bvsalud.org)
  • A diet rich in fruits and vegetables can increase important cholesterol-lowering compounds in your diet. (medlineplus.gov)
  • Season everything with salt and ground black pepper, and drizzle the remaining olive oil over the fish. (dietdoctor.com)
  • You can eat fish that is sautéed in a small amount of olive oil, though. (the-mediterranean-diet.com)
  • In this large, multicentre, randomized clinical trial involving people with high cardiovascular risk, a Mediterranean diet supplemented with extra-virgin olive oil was associated with a smaller increase in the prevalence of metabolic syndrome compared with advice on following a low-fat diet," the researchers wrote. (naturalnews.com)
  • In the new study, researchers randomly assigned 5,801 adults between the ages of 55 and 80 who were considered at high risk of developing heart disease to follow one of three diets: a low-fat diet (control group), a Mediterranean diet plus extra olive oil or a Mediterranean diet plus extra nuts. (naturalnews.com)
  • But while olive oil may indeed be healthier than other fats -- most notably the saturated fats found in meat and synthetic trans fats found in certain baked goods -- pouring too much of it into your diet can be too much of a good thing. (go.com)
  • The more fat you have, the less food you can eat without gaining weight, so if you need volume in your diet, use olive oil but use it modestly,' Ayoob said. (go.com)
  • In most studies on the Mediterranean Diet this is generally classified as olive oil. (drgourmet.com)
  • But the fats are mainly from nuts, unsaturated oils (such as fish oils and olive oil), and certain nut or seed oils (such as canola, soybean, or flaxseed oil). (cigna.com)
  • PREDIMED is the study that led to claims such as " olive oil and/or nuts and/or 'The Mediterranean Diet' can prevent heart disease . (zoeharcombe.com)
  • The authors' conclusion was " Among persons at high cardiovascular risk, a Mediterranean diet supplemented with extra-virgin olive oil or nuts reduced the incidence of major cardiovascular events . (zoeharcombe.com)
  • that two traditional MeDiets, one enriched with virgin olive oil (VOO) and another enriched with nuts, both high in total fat and unsaturated fat, would be superior to the usually recommended low-fat diet for the primary prevention of CVD in a high-risk population " (Ref 2). (zoeharcombe.com)
  • Most of the fats in the diet are obtained from olives, olive oil, and nuts. (medicinenet.com)
  • Olive oil is the main source of fat in the Mediterranean diet which is primarily low in calories, with very little cholesterol and a lot of ballast substances. (dalmatia.hr)
  • TO THE FIELDS IN SEARCH OF LIQUID GOLD: THE DALMATIAN OLIVE HARVEST Did you know that the Mediterranean Diet in parts of Dalmatia is inscribed as intangible UNESCO heritage? (dalmatia.hr)
  • Olive oil is a staple on the Mediterranean diet, and Costco's store-brand option doesn't disappoint. (yahoo.com)
  • The researchers noted that foods like olive oil, fish, nuts and avocadoes are rich in unsaturated fatty acids. (wellbeing.com.au)
  • The Mediterranean diet of plant-based foods cooked in olive oil has been practiced for centuries. (tutorialspoint.com)
  • The foundation stones are environmental sustainability and leading a healthy lifestyle, the pillars are solidarity, optimism, communication, exercise, siesta, etc., and on top of that he places the numerous foods that constitute a "diet" indispensable to human growth and survival, and he completes the temple by putting virgin olive oil at the very top. (kc-i.jp)
  • Marinate Akashi octopus in Shodo island virgin olive oil, Hakata island salt, and lemon from the Geiyo islands, and voila, your Octopus Carpaccio, a superb example of Japanese Mediterranean food, is ready. (kc-i.jp)
  • Incorporate more fish, whole grains, plant-based proteins and olive oil into your routine with these healthy recipes. (foodnetwork.com)
  • Another 2014 study in the Annals of Internal Medicine , which followed more than 3,000 men and women, suggests that a Mediterranean diet supplemented with healthy fats like extra-virgin olive oil, could lower diabetes risk in people with heart disease. (wellandgood.com)
  • Other research suggests that following the Mediterranean diet can help reduce your risk of developing cognitive impairment and Alzheimer's disease, likely thanks to the high amounts of brain-supporting fats from extra-virgin olive oil, fish, and nuts and seeds so integral to the eating plan. (wellandgood.com)
  • Above there are olive branches, which symbolize peace and make reference to olive oil, a very important component of the Mediterranean diet. (who.int)
  • Foods that people should limit when following a Mediterranean diet include meat and dairy. (medicalnewstoday.com)
  • One serving is 1 ounce (oz) of cooked meat, fish, or poultry or one egg. (medicalnewstoday.com)
  • other diet patterns included low meat eaters, vegetarians/vegans, or fish eaters. (wikipedia.org)
  • The general structure of the diet includes a moderate intake of poultry, fish, and dairy, and limited intakes of red meat. (lifeextension.com)
  • Try fish or poultry rather than red meat. (emedicinehealth.com)
  • 5. Fish - More fish, less meat. (drgourmet.com)
  • The diet limits meat, cheese, and sweets. (cigna.com)
  • As Americans likely continue to digest turkey day feasts , a new study suggests a "green" Mediterranean diet that contains less meat could promote better heart health. (foxnews.com)
  • A new study suggests that subbing out meat for more greens and veggies in the traditional Mediterranean diet could promote weight loss. (foxnews.com)
  • A study published this month in the medical journal "Heart" found that eaters who consumed plant-based proteins and a limited amount of poultry and red meat were more heart-healthy compared to a traditional Mediterranean diet, which consists of meat and seafood combined with veggies, whole grains and olive oil in moderation. (foxnews.com)
  • The second group received the same guidance, however, they were told to follow a traditional Mediterranean diet subbing out red meat for fish and poultry instead. (foxnews.com)
  • The third group was advised on physical activity and how to follow the green Mediterranean diet sans meat and an abundance of plant-based foods with high protein from nuts and other ingredients to substitute for animal-based products. (foxnews.com)
  • Reports from long-term population studies consistently link lacto-ovo vegetarian diets to a decreased risk of cancer compared to diets that include meat and fish more than once a week. (medicinenet.com)
  • Studies show that pescatarian diets are associated with a decreased overall risk of cancer compared to diets that include meat and fish more than once a week. (medicinenet.com)
  • Instead of meat, the main source of protein is fish whilst red wine is mandatory in moderate quantities. (dalmatia.hr)
  • The cornerstone of this diet is its limit in the consumption of red meat to only a few times a month. (observer.com)
  • However, from the period 1965 - 1987, bread consumption decreases in the population, a diet higher in presence of dairy, meat and its derivatives, while the consumption of other traditional products such as legumes and tubers also diminished. (botanical-online.com)
  • But contrary to earlier studies, eating more fish and less meat was not related to changes in the brain. (eurekalert.org)
  • The researchers also found that fish and meat consumption were not related to brain changes, which is contrary to earlier studies. (eurekalert.org)
  • Both diets recommend taking it easy on sweets, sugary drinks and red meat. (npr.org)
  • And, there's a consensus among many health experts around the globe that a diet low in red meat consumption is better for our health - and the planet's health. (npr.org)
  • For non-vegetarians, fish and poultry are recommended with less of an emphasis on red meat. (thekitchn.com)
  • A Mediterranean diet includes relatively little red meat. (alz.org)
  • oily fish v low-fat fish or poultry), that the participants were provided with. (fabresearch.org)
  • Fish, seafood, dairy and poultry are included in moderation. (deseret.com)
  • According to their findings, the MIND (Mediterranean-DASH Diet Intervention for Neurodegenerative Delay) diet , which combines the Mediterranean diet with the low-fat Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) diet, can help maintain "at-risk people's thinking, reasoning, and memories. (naturalnews.com)
  • This hybrid diet incorporated features of the DASH diet, which is advocated by the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute to avoid and curb the symptoms of hypertension. (naturalnews.com)
  • Dr. Cherian shares that while both the Mediterranean and DASH diets are "protective against coronary artery disease and stroke," the nutrients included in the MIND diet "may be better suited to overall brain health and preserving cognition. (naturalnews.com)
  • Another popular diet, the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) eating plan, has also been found to reduce the risk of depression later in life. (go.com)
  • Both the Mediterranean and DASH diets are consistently ranked at the top of U.S. News and World Report's annual diet rankings. (go.com)
  • Diets like DASH and the Mediterranean Diet are both rich in anti-inflammatory foods. (go.com)
  • According to several studies , the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) diet can lower blood pressure and may help people lose weight. (medicalnewstoday.com)
  • One 2017 study indicates that women aged 70 years and over maintain better cognitive function when they adhere to a long-term DASH diet. (medicalnewstoday.com)
  • While the DASH diet and flexitarian diet ranked tied for second, last place went to the raw foods diet while keto, Optavia, SlimFast and Atkins were also ranked low, per CNN . (deseret.com)
  • The MIND diet stands for "Mediterranean-DASH Intervention for Neurodegenerative Delay" (The DASH diet stands for "Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension). (matherhospital.org)
  • The DASH Diet for Healthy Weight Loss, Lower Blood Pressure & Cholesterol , dashdiet.org/default.asp. (matherhospital.org)
  • Two of the most highly ranked diets on U.S. News list - the DASH diet and a Mediterranean diet - share a lot of the same building blocks of fruits, veggies and whole grains. (npr.org)
  • The DASH diet, which stands for Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension, is promoted by the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute to do exactly that - prevent high blood pressure. (npr.org)
  • T rendy diets like Whole30 and keto might be top-of-mind for healthy eaters in the new year, but U.S. News and World Report's annual ranking of the 35 most popular eating plans named the Mediterranean diet the best diet overall, followed by the DASH diet and the Flexitarian diet , which are tied for second place. (wellandgood.com)
  • Two diets that have been studied and may be beneficial to lowering the risk of Alzheimer's are the DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) diet and the Mediterranean diet. (alz.org)
  • The DASH diet limits sodium, sweets, sugary beverages and red meats. (alz.org)
  • It is a combination of the Mediterranean diet and the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) diet. (medscape.com)
  • This year, the Mediterranean and DASH diets tied for first place in the best diet overall category. (medscape.com)
  • The magazine also ranked both as easiest to follow, with the Mediterranean diet claiming first place and the DASH diet fourth. (medscape.com)
  • The list of best diets recognizes that the Mediterranean diet and the DASH diet, which are very similar in concept, meet those three factors," she says. (medscape.com)
  • The MIND diet combines parts of the DASH and Mediterranean diets and aims to improve brain health. (medscape.com)
  • Both Omega-3 fatty acids, found in oily fish and certain nuts and seeds, and Omega-6 fatty acids, found in refined vegetable oils, are precursors to pain-regulating molecules called oxylipins, with those derived from the former having pain-reducing effects, and the latter having pain-amplifying effects. (fabresearch.org)
  • Walnuts, almonds and hazelnuts are the nuts most commonly eaten in the Mediterranean region. (clevelandclinic.org)
  • The lacto-ovo vegetarian diet is a plant-based diet that focuses on foods such as beans, lentils, soy , nuts, and seeds because they supply the body with protein and a diverse assortment of vitamins , minerals , and beneficial phytocompounds. (medicinenet.com)
  • Mediterranean diets focus on consuming plant-based foods like veggies, nuts, whole grains, and fruits. (thekitchn.com)
  • A diet with adequate protein intake is related to better muscle mass at all ages, and a diet rich in calcium products, such as nuts and dairy products, is linked to better bone mass and less osteoporosis and its consequences. (medscape.com)
  • For the millions of people who suffer from the disabling pain of migraine, the findings of this new clinical trial offer a possible way to reduce this - simply by changing their diet to include more fish and seafood (rich in the long-chain omega-3 fats EPA and DHA). (fabresearch.org)
  • are relatively rich in fish and seafood, and also provide much lower levels than modern western-type diets of the omega-6 fats. (fabresearch.org)
  • Dr Christopher Ramsden at the National Institute on Aging in Baltimore, US, and colleagues decided to test whether altering the relative ratio of these fats in people's diets had any impact on the frequency or severity of their migraines. (fabresearch.org)
  • Over time we've come to understand that this is because they are eating fish that are high in monounsaturated fats, especially Omega-3 fats. (drgourmet.com)
  • Omega-3 fatty acids are "healthy fats" that are especially abundant in certain types of fish. (clevelandclinic.org)
  • The key to longevity is following a balanced diet rather than putting the body through extreme dietary habits involving carbs and fats, according to a new study. (medicaldaily.com)
  • The fats allowed in this diet are mainly unsaturated fats. (cigna.com)
  • But in the Mediterranean diet, an average of 35% to 40% of calories can come from healthy fats. (cigna.com)
  • To the detriment of bread, dietary fats have significantly increased their presence in the diet , through the excess of oil and fried, cooked, baked goods and food industries. (botanical-online.com)
  • But eating a diet rich in healthy fats, plant-based proteins , and can be challenging at times, especially since I don't love to cook. (yahoo.com)
  • Healthy fats are emphasized in the Mediterranean diet, and Primal Kitchen's dressing is made with one of my favorites: avocado oil. (yahoo.com)
  • Aim for oily fish containing heart‍-‍healthy omega‍-‍3 fats most often. (bigy.com)
  • The landmark Seven Countries study of 1970 found that people in certain areas of the Mediterranean and Japan who followed certain dietary patterns (particularly high amounts of what we now know are healthy fats) had lower rates of heart disease and all-cause mortality. (wellandgood.com)
  • Instead, the issue is the 'ultra-processed', industrially mass-produced foods that now make up such a large proportion of most modern, western-type diets - especially in the UK and US. (fabresearch.org)
  • There are many thoughts and ideas about what foods are and aren't part of a healthy diet. (dietdoctor.com)
  • It's really about filling up your diet with single-ingredient foods that have so much nutritional benefit. (clevelandclinic.org)
  • Studies of people living in the seven countries around the Mediterranean Sea show that they eat very similar foods, and they have lot fewer health problems," Zumpano says. (clevelandclinic.org)
  • Dr. Laurel Cherian, a study author from Rush University , says that they formulated the MIND diet to "emphasize foods that will not only lower our risk of heart attacks and stroke, but make our brains as resilient as possible to cognitive decline. (naturalnews.com)
  • While the word "diet" might make you think of weight loss, the Mediterranean diet's focus is on eating nutritious foods, not necessarily losing weight. (lifeextension.com)
  • If you are wondering how to start the Mediterranean diet, the first step is to familiarize yourself with which foods are included on the meal plan. (lifeextension.com)
  • What foods are on the Mediterranean diet meal plan? (lifeextension.com)
  • What they found was that certain foods in the diet, more than others, may offer the bulk of the nutritional benefits of the regimen. (go.com)
  • The standard American diet stimulates the craving for sweet taste through overly sweetened foods. (go.com)
  • The upshot is that they tend to be more filling than some other calorie-dense foods -- and thus more amenable to a lower-calorie diet. (go.com)
  • It features foods eaten in Greece, Spain, and other countries that border the Mediterranean Sea. (cigna.com)
  • This diet emphasizes foods rich in fiber , nutrients, and plant compounds that may help fight cancer as well as reduce weight, which is a risk factor for cancer. (medicinenet.com)
  • The Mediterranean diet has been linked to a decreased cancer risk, as it is rich in foods that contain carotenoids, vitamin C , and other phytocompounds that help fight cancer. (medicinenet.com)
  • The Mediterranean Diet is replete in healthful nutrient-rich foods, such as plant foods and fish. (aao.org)
  • This review assessed the effects of providing dietary advice to follow a Mediterranean-style diet or provision of foods relevant to the diet (or both) to healthy adults, people at increased risk of cardiovascular disease and those with cardiovascular disease, in order to prevent the occurrence or recurrence of cardiovascular disease and reduce the risk factors associated with it. (cochrane.org)
  • The Mediterranean diet also allows for some animal protein - mostly chicken and fish, and some dairy foods. (nbcnews.com)
  • Beans, brown rice, and hard-boiled eggs would also be good choices for meal prepping foods for the Mediterranean diet. (nbcnews.com)
  • And Cassetty points out that foods don't have to come from Italy, Greece, or other Mediterranean countries to satisfy the diet's requirements. (nbcnews.com)
  • Here are some favorite go-to pantry must-haves from the Oldways Mediterranean Foods Alliance to add more flavor and nutrition to your family's meals. (bigy.com)
  • To present the Mediterranean diet in simplified form, there is also a pyramid diagram showing the foods to take, and people are aware of this diagram in Japan. (kc-i.jp)
  • Diversity in food choices, including a wide variety of plant-based foods, can be more sustainable because it spreads demand across a range of food sources and can lead to a more nutritionally balanced diet. (greencitizen.com)
  • Celebrating the dietary lifestyle and wide ranging health benefits associated with the foods originating from that part of the world, May is International Mediterranean Diet Month . (traveltowellness.com)
  • The Flexitarian diet is a mostly meatless plan that emphasizes plant-based foods. (medscape.com)
  • The Nutritarian diet emphasizes a plant-based plan with ''anti-cancer super foods. (medscape.com)
  • Increasingly, research is suggesting that the benefits of the Mediterranean diet also extend far beyond metabolic health. (naturalnews.com)
  • Although controversy is tied to this study, largely due to its influence on carbohydrate guidelines in the food pyramid introduced in 1980, it remains an important part of nutrition science history and many studies have since validated the benefits of the Mediterranean diet meal plan. (lifeextension.com)
  • The health benefits of the Mediterranean diet have been cited over and over again. (observer.com)
  • Learn more about all the benefits of the Mediterranean diet in the listing below . (botanical-online.com)
  • The program contains 12 short videos, where Prof Felice Jacka discusses the benefits of The Mediterranean Diet for mental and brain health. (who.int)
  • Seafood is generally lower in fat and the types of fat in fish are less saturated. (drgourmet.com)
  • Fish and seafood as their primary source of animal protein. (botanical-online.com)
  • The image of the Mediterranean Sea is a calm sea dotted with islands basking in bright sunshine, where seafood is abundant and there are olives and citrus fruits, which is similar to the Seto Inland Sea, right? (kc-i.jp)
  • Seafood - whole fish are prepared and fire-grilled but can be fried or sautéed topped with lemon juice, sea salt and parsley. (traveltowellness.com)
  • 7. Dairy products - The traditional Mediterranean diet doesn't have dairy products as a major focus. (drgourmet.com)
  • Here's how to eat a traditional Mediterranean diet. (cigna.com)
  • These findings support findings from previous trials by the same researchers, and are also consistent with a huge body of existing evidence that a low dietary omega-3 / omega-6 ratio (as found in all typical western-type diets) promotes sensiviity to both pain and inflammation . (fabresearch.org)
  • Researchers tracked whether the participants ate 2 or more servings of any kind of fish each week (or 1 or more serving of dark fish). (drgourmet.com)
  • The researchers found that brain volumes in two areas of the brain that are related to memory and cognition were larger in those participants who reported eating fish at least once per week. (drgourmet.com)
  • The researchers added that even the brains of healthier individuals can benefit from the hybrid diet. (naturalnews.com)
  • Researchers have even said that diet 'is as important to psychiatry as it is to cardiology, endocrinology and gastroenterology. (go.com)
  • The researchers wondered how the Mediterranean diet could affect metabolic syndrome, because the diet has previously been shown to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes, as well as lead to better health, longer life and less age-related cognitive decline. (naturalnews.com)
  • however, both diets were associated with a significant rate of reversion of metabolic syndrome," the researchers wrote. (naturalnews.com)
  • In a 2010 study conducted by researchers from the University of Navarra in Pamplona, Spain, and published in the Journal of the American Medical Association , the Mediterranean diet was found to lower the risk of developing depression by 30 percent -- even after researchers controlled for risk factors including anxiety, personality, lifestyle habits and family status. (naturalnews.com)
  • Over the course of about eight and a half years, the researchers led by Harvard's Dimitrios Trichopoulos and the University of Athens' Antonia Trichopoulou compared the health of the participants against their adherence to a Mediterranean diet. (go.com)
  • Researchers in the past have said that people who consume a Mediterranean diet are exceptionally healthy compared to those who do not. (observer.com)
  • What researchers found was that the Spanish Mediterranean diet had a smaller carbon footprint than English speaking countries due to lower beef consumption. (observer.com)
  • Now, a consortium of European researchers has found that the diet decreases an individual's risk of developing advanced AMD, particularly the dry form of the disease. (aao.org)
  • Researchers with the EYE-RISK project ( www.eyerisk.eu ) investigated the associations between diet and incidence of advanced AMD in a large sample from two European population-based prospective studies, the Alienor Study and the Rotter-dam Study 1 (RS-1). (aao.org)
  • There are many positive health outcomes that arise from eating this way and researchers think they have found the secret to why this kind of diet leads to reductions in blood pressure. (wellbeing.com.au)
  • After analyzing the data, researchers found a higher socioeconomic status to be indicative of the health effects of a Mediterranean diet. (thekitchn.com)
  • Acting on the diet is one of the most accessible ways to intervene in human aging," according to the researchers. (medscape.com)
  • Both studies provide further support for the "MIND diet," which was developed by researchers at Rush University in Chicago. (medscape.com)
  • However, most of the participants were women, so this approach may not work in children, men or older adults, and it is also still unknown whether other sources of Omega-3 fatty acids are effective, so that vegetarians and those worried about sustainability and fish stocks can also benefit, said Dr Duane Mellor, a registered dietitian and lead for nutrition and evidence based medicine at the University of Aston in Birmingham. (fabresearch.org)
  • Think of this way of eating as a lifestyle, not a short-term diet," says registered dietitian Julia Zumpano, RD, LD. (clevelandclinic.org)
  • Much of the research on the benefits of fish stem from early studies on Inuit natives and their high consumption of salmon and low rates of heart disease. (drgourmet.com)
  • In another study, scientists looked at fish consumption as it relates to mental decline. (drgourmet.com)
  • In contrast, they noted, high consumption of fish and cereals and an avoidance of dairy products in the Mediterranean diet seemed to have little to do with the benefits of the overall diet. (go.com)
  • The specific objectives were to review the current evidence supporting management of ten major modifiable risk factors for prevention of stroke: hypertension, current smoking, diabetes, obesity, poor diet, physical inactivity, atrial fibrillation, excessive alcohol consumption, abnormal lipid profile and psychosocial stress/ depression. (cdc.gov)
  • Blood tests performed that same year confirmed that the participants' blood levels of Omega-3s was consistent with the amount of fish they had reported eating. (drgourmet.com)
  • The participants' eating habits were assessed each year of the trial through food journals, and they were grouped by how strictly they followed the MIND diet. (naturalnews.com)
  • Participants who closely adhered to the MIND diet had "significantly slower rates of cognitive decline" and this occurred "regardless of their education or activity levels. (naturalnews.com)
  • With over half a million participants, it is the largest study of diet and disease to be undertaken. (wikipedia.org)
  • After the trial, the participants, aged 51 on average, who were following the green Mediterranean diet shed 13.7 pounds - more than those following the traditional chicken and fished-based Mediterranean diet, who lost 11.9 pounds. (foxnews.com)
  • Participants with high adherence [to the Mediterranean Diet] were less likely to be current smokers, and more likely to be physically active and have a college education and higher social status compared to participants with low adherence . (zoeharcombe.com)
  • 1 "We found that participants (55 years of age or older) who have a high adherence to the Med-iterranean Diet have a 41% reduced risk of developing AMD," said lead author Bénédicte M.J. Merle, PhD, at the Université de Bordeaux in Bordeaux, France. (aao.org)
  • Participants from the Alienor and the RS-1 studies had slightly different diets, but the association with AMD incidence was similar [between the two cohorts]," Dr. Merle said. (aao.org)
  • These measurements were compared to how closely participants followed the Mediterranean diet. (eurekalert.org)
  • The participants varied in how closely their dietary habits followed the Mediterranean diet principles. (eurekalert.org)
  • Then, Dr Rachelle Opie, a researcher from our centre and Accredited Practising Dietitian, discussed the key components of the Mediterranean Diet and gives practical advice on how participants can incorporate these components into their diet. (who.int)
  • This app also sends reminders, during the four week study, to ensure participants have watched the videos, set a weekly goal and are monitoring their diet. (who.int)
  • The term "Mediterranean diet" is used today to describe a healthy dietary pattern that mimics the traditional dietary habits of countries neighboring the Mediterranean Sea such as Greece and southern Italy. (lifeextension.com)
  • The Mediterranean diet is a way of eating influenced by the cuisines of Greece and Italy. (deseret.com)
  • The mild climate of the Mediterranean region has allowed not only agriculture, but it has also set an openness and sense of harmony with nature, prized since ancient Greece. (botanical-online.com)
  • The traditional Mediterranean dietary pattern is of particular interest because of observations from the 1960s that populations in countries of the Mediterranean region, such as Greece and Italy, had lower mortality from cardiovascular disease compared with northern European populations or the US, probably as a result of different eating habits. (cochrane.org)
  • Italy, Greece, and Turkey are some countries that surround the Mediterranean Sea in Europe. (tutorialspoint.com)
  • According to the Mayo Clinic, "interest in the Mediterranean diet began in the 1960s with the observation that coronary heart disease caused fewer deaths in Mediterranean countries, such as Greece and Italy, than in the U.S. and northern Europe. (traveltowellness.com)
  • Here's the thing: the Mediterranean diet is based on how people in southern Italy and Greece ate in the 1960s , and it's been part of the nutritional mainstream since the 1990s. (wellandgood.com)
  • My reply is the same as with veggies: make a list of fish (or shellfish) that you do like (it will be longer than you might think) and then look for healthy recipes. (drgourmet.com)
  • It is always best to have fresh fish as the Mediterranean diet usually calls for fresh ingredients for most of its Mediterranean diet recipes. (the-mediterranean-diet.com)
  • Here, the cuisine's distinctive spiciness can be attributed to the many civilizations which have left their mark on this Mediterranean country: Berber, Phoenician, Arab, Jewish, Turkish as well as Roman and French civilizations that have been passed recipes down from generation to generation, from mother to daughter by word of mouth. (traveltowellness.com)
  • Here are healthy recipes in keeping with the Mediterranean Diet philosophy. (traveltowellness.com)
  • The following pages take a closer look at what nutrition experts have to say about the various components of the Mediterranean diet. (go.com)
  • It's possible that other components of the Mediterranean diet are responsible for this relationship, or that it's due to all of the components in combination," Luciano said. (eurekalert.org)
  • The diets were designed to be as similar to one another as possible, with the main difference being the type of oil or butter, and the main protein source (eg. (fabresearch.org)
  • Try a ketogenic (keto), low-carb, or high-protein diet. (dietdoctor.com)
  • There are a lot of reasons that eating fish is better for you than other sources of animal protein. (drgourmet.com)
  • Fish is a foundational source of protein in the Mediterranean diet. (clevelandclinic.org)
  • Any type of fish can play a role and be a good source of protein, but fish high in omega-3s have specifically been shown to suppress inflammation. (clevelandclinic.org)
  • Of course, it's easy to access fresh fish near the Mediterranean, where it's the most abundant source of protein. (clevelandclinic.org)
  • Pistachios are a complete source of plant-based protein, making them an ideal addition to a Mediterranean diet. (yahoo.com)
  • Indeed, you believe in magic-particularly in the magic that eliminating this mystery protein from your diet will perform on your physique. (thoughtcatalog.com)
  • Your diet reflects your diligent, professional athleticism-you supplement this protein-rich program with a zealous exercise regimen and plenty of green juices. (thoughtcatalog.com)
  • Diet-induced over-expression of flightless-I protein and its relation to flightlessness in Mediterranean fruit fly, Ceratitis capitata. (cdc.gov)
  • I love using the dressing on top of my salads, but it's also a fantastic sauce for chicken and fish. (yahoo.com)
  • Beans, quinoa, brown rice, chicken breasts and hard-boiled eggs are good choices to meal prep if you're following the Mediterranean diet. (nbcnews.com)
  • Both include lean proteins such as chicken or fish. (medscape.com)
  • you're hardly restricting yourself with that delicious spread of fish, veggies, and red wine. (thoughtcatalog.com)
  • Although continuing to grow in popularity in the Western world, paradoxically, adherence to the diet has been decreasing in the parts of the word where it originated. (lifeextension.com)
  • This means fatty fish or "dark fish" like tuna, salmon, sardines, swordfish, mackerel or bluefish, which are all high in Omega-3 fatty acids. (drgourmet.com)
  • To summarize these 10 commandments into 2 points: "You shall love the Mediterranean diet as you love yourself. (kc-i.jp)
  • A large trial in people at high risk of cardiovascular disease found a benefit of the Mediterranean dietary intervention compared to a low-fat diet on the risk of having a stroke, but not on heart attacks, death from heart disease or other causes. (cochrane.org)
  • A further study in people with cardiovascular disease found a benefit of the Mediterranean dietary intervention on death from heart disease or other causes. (cochrane.org)
  • Currently, diet is the most accessible form of intervention, but it is appropriate to clarify current myths and realities . (medscape.com)
  • Intervention group: Mediterranean diet intervention, delivered via a mobile application. (who.int)
  • and a control diet that included typical levels of both fatty acids. (fabresearch.org)
  • While leaner freshwater fish such as trout, bass, and whitefish may not be the best source of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, they still have them and they're still both delicious and low in both calories and fat. (drgourmet.com)
  • This dietary pattern is likely to contain greater quantities of omega-3 fatty acids (a form of fat found in fish) which is beneficial for your health. (medicinenet.com)
  • The Mediterranean Diet provides an abun-dance of omega-3 fatty acids, lutein, and zeaxanthin, all of which have been found to contribute to retinal health, Dr. Merle pointed out. (aao.org)
  • Eat fish that are high in omega-3 fatty acids. (medlineplus.gov)
  • Fish that are a good source of omega-3 fatty acids include salmon, tuna (canned or fresh), and mackerel. (medlineplus.gov)
  • While many other buzzy eating plans' benefits are largely anecdotal (or in the case of the keto diet, based on small studies or mouse studies ), the Mediterranean diet's benefits are backed by decades of robust clinical research. (wellandgood.com)
  • The local dishes we cooked at home often featured meats such as beef, pork, and game , as well as freshwater fish from Lake Garda. (ion.ac.uk)
  • We recommend eating fish at about three meals a week," Zumpano says. (clevelandclinic.org)
  • A glass with meals is common in many Mediterranean countries, where dining is often leisurely and social. (emedicinehealth.com)
  • If you're looking to try different meals on the Mediterranean diet, here are some meal options you could try. (deseret.com)
  • America's Test Kitchen's " Mediterranean Instant Pot" cookbook is filled with complete meals you can cook in your Instant Pot . (nbcnews.com)
  • The main components of a Mediterranean lifestyle, such as following a Mediterranean diet that's full of a variety of flavors while enjoying meals with family and friends (even virtually! (bigy.com)
  • You're not down to binge or starve, which is why you've chosen a flexible diet that enforces a simple regimen: eat what you want, when you want, as long as you keep your meals balanced and don't overindulge. (thoughtcatalog.com)
  • And it's scientifically backed, too: The Mediterranean diet has been shown to be the healthiest diet for your heart, among other major health benefits. (clevelandclinic.org)
  • The Mediterranean diet is often in the news as one of the healthiest diets in the world. (ion.ac.uk)
  • Welcome to the land of the Mediterranean kitchen, one of the healthiest cuisines in the world. (dalmatia.hr)
  • This Dec. 12, 2010, photo shows Mediterranean barley vegetable stew in Concord, N.H. Vegan food is a celebration of produce, as is this stew. (deseret.com)
  • What is a vegan diet? (foxnews.com)
  • Here is what you need to know about the vegan diet. (foxnews.com)
  • The study confirms previous research that suggests adults who follow a plant-based or vegan diet exhibited noticeable weight loss and decreased body fat. (foxnews.com)
  • Maybe you freelance or run a small, vegan boutique-whatever the case, you definitely don't work a nine to five office job that would restrict the hours of blending, juicing, chopping, germinating, dehydrating, and re hydrating this diet requires. (thoughtcatalog.com)
  • There is evidence for fish being beneficial for many health problems, including osteoporosis and infections. (drgourmet.com)
  • According to some experts , the Mediterranean diet is beneficial for weight loss, heart health, and preventing diabetes . (medicalnewstoday.com)
  • There was low to moderate-quality evidence for some beneficial changes in lipid levels and blood pressure with a Mediterranean-style diet in people without disease. (cochrane.org)
  • The Med diet doesn't encourage consuming copious amounts of sweets, but it does allow for an occasional treat . (yahoo.com)
  • Make eating fish part of your meal plans at least twice a week. (drgourmet.com)
  • For years, the Mediterranean diet has impressed clinicians including dietitians and nutritionists like myself, as well as cardiologists, neurologists and other medical experts who've sung the praises of a meal plan that's been validated in multiple bodies of research for its positive influence on heart health, cognitive function, bone strength and overall longevity. (lifeextension.com)
  • How do I start the Mediterranean diet meal plan? (lifeextension.com)
  • Cassetty is also a fan of the Instant Pot for Mediterranean diet meal prep . (nbcnews.com)
  • Unpacking sustainable diets reveals the profound ways your meal choices shape the world's future. (greencitizen.com)
  • Grown in Mediterranean-like climate needed for nutrient-rich olives while avoiding the long transit time involved in importing Mediterranean derived oil. (lifeextension.com)
  • The Mediterranean diet has been linked to longevity, associated with a lower prevalence of many major diseases such as dementia , heart disease , and type 2 diabetes . (ion.ac.uk)
  • Stroke survivors who have experienced cognitive decline tried the MIND diet for at least 13 years, and "their risk of developing dementia" were greatly reduced. (naturalnews.com)
  • Food for Thought: The MIND Diet - Fighting Dementia With Food - Today's Dietitian Magazine. (matherhospital.org)
  • The diet as a whole has been shown to greatly reduce the risk of cardiovascular mortality, the incidence of cancer mortality and may reduce the incidence of neurologic diseases like dementia and Parkinson's. (observer.com)
  • the Mediterranean diet helps improve cognitive functions of the brain and prevent the onset of multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, senile dementia and Alzheimer. (botanical-online.com)
  • However, saturated fat, a diet rich in both dietary copper and saturated fat, aluminum from drinking water, and heavy drinking might increase dementia risk. (bvsalud.org)
  • Costco has some great Mediterranean-diet staples. (yahoo.com)
  • The Mediterranean diet has been shown in different studies to be associated with a lower cardiovascular risk (stroke, ischemic heart disease , dyslipidemia) and a lower risk of cognitive impairment, especially due to its vascular component. (medscape.com)
  • However, the high heat that is usually used when canning fish can rob you of vast amounts of nutrients that you enjoy consuming fresh fish. (the-mediterranean-diet.com)
  • If other nutrients usually found in fish are lost during the canning process, calcium stands as an exception. (the-mediterranean-diet.com)
  • Since what people eat -- the nutrients available to the body -- affects various bodily functions, it seems logical that diet would affect chemistry and mood as well. (go.com)
  • A diet that includes plenty of nutrients, vitamins, and smoking for a long time. (medlineplus.gov)
  • Even if you don't like stronger tasting fish, like tuna and salmon, freshwater fish, which are lighter tasting, may appeal to you. (drgourmet.com)
  • Canned fish, especially canned salmon, is said to have higher calcium concentration than its fresh variety. (the-mediterranean-diet.com)
  • For example, a 2018 study in JAMA , which surveyed more than 25,000 American women, showed that those who followed the Mediterranean diet reduced their relative heart disease risk by 28 percent compared to those who didn't. (wellandgood.com)
  • That's the winning trio found in both top diets from the 2018 U.S. News & World Report annual ranking of diets. (medscape.com)
  • 2018 seems to be starting off as the year of fad diets, so it is good to see the U.S. News Best Diet list recognizes that to achieve weight loss, and be healthy, an eating plan needs to be flexible, well-balanced and maintainable," says Connie Diekman, director of university nutrition for Washington University in St. Louis. (medscape.com)
  • Other best overall diets include the Flexitarian diet, Weight Watchers, MIND diet, TLC diet and Volumetrics. (medscape.com)
  • U.S. News and World Report calls the diet a 'well-balanced eating plan' and pointed to research that suggests the diet helps prevent some chronic diseases and increases longevity. (go.com)
  • The research, published in the British Medical Journal, found that both of the interventional diets increased levels of a pain-reducing oxylipin, compared with the control diet. (fabresearch.org)
  • The amount of omega-3 found in canned fish is usually lower than that found in fresh fish. (the-mediterranean-diet.com)
  • Carotenoids can be found in various food stuff and they are also found in fish. (the-mediterranean-diet.com)
  • A number of B vitamins can be found in fish and this includes vitamins B1, B3, and B6. (the-mediterranean-diet.com)
  • The amount of B vitamins in fresh fish is higher than those found in canned fish. (the-mediterranean-diet.com)
  • There are studies suggesting that the amount of calcium found in canned fish is about 10 to 20 times higher than what is found in fresh fish. (the-mediterranean-diet.com)
  • For example, a 2013 study published in the New England Journal of Medicine found that people who ate a Mediterranean diet were about 30 percent less likely to develop cardiovascular disease than people who ate a low-fat diet. (naturalnews.com)
  • A major study published in 2013 found that lacto-ovo vegetarian diets were connected to a decreased incidence of total gastrointestinal tract cancer, such as colorectal cancer , compared to nonvegetarian diets. (medicinenet.com)
  • The Mediterranean Diet has been found to lower the risk of cardiovascular disease and cognitive decline, but relatively few studies have examined its impact on age-related macular degeneration (AMD). (aao.org)
  • Specifically, the study found those with higher education or more income benefit from the diet, which reduces the risk of cardiovascular issues. (thekitchn.com)
  • A 2015 review in BMJ Journals found that the Mediterranean diet showed better blood sugar control and lower cardiovascular risks than lower-fat diets. (wellandgood.com)
  • A study at Columbia University found that a Mediterranean-like diet had an effect on brain volume. (medscape.com)
  • The best thing about the Mediterranean diet is that people can follow it," Zumpano says. (clevelandclinic.org)
  • So what is the Mediterranean diet, and is it hard to follow? (lifeextension.com)
  • The MIND Diet may sound cumbersome at first, but it is fairly simple to follow. (matherhospital.org)
  • Now there is one more reason to follow this diet plan, and that's environmental impact. (observer.com)
  • The available evidence, suggests that gut microbiota of subjects that follow a MD is signif-icantly different from subjects that follow a Western diet model. (karger.com)
  • I've been a dietitian for over 20 years and follow the Mediterranean diet, but I'm not a big cook. (yahoo.com)
  • Follow a diet that protects from certain cancers and guards against mental problems like Alzheimer's disease. (tutorialspoint.com)
  • MINNEAPOLIS - A new study shows that older people who followed a Mediterranean diet retained more brain volume over a three-year period than those who did not follow the diet as closely. (eurekalert.org)
  • People who didn't follow as closely to the Mediterranean diet were more likely to have a higher loss of total brain volume over the three years than people who followed the diet more closely. (eurekalert.org)
  • Some populations with the longest life spans follow a Mediterranean diet, Katz says. (npr.org)
  • In other words, a person from low socioeconomic status who struggles to follow a Mediterranean model is unlikely to get the same advantages of a person with higher income, despite the fact that they both similarly adhere to the same healthy diet. (thekitchn.com)
  • As it does every year, U.S. News & World Report enlisted a panel of 25 experts who specialize in nutrition, obesity, diabetes, and heart disease to rate 35 diets based on how easy they are to follow, their effectiveness for healthy weight management, how nutritionally sound they are, their safety, and their ability to prevent and manage conditions like diabetes and heart disease. (wellandgood.com)
  • The experts considered how easy a diet is to follow, the likelihood of both short-term and long-term weight loss, and how effective it is against heart disease and diabetes. (medscape.com)
  • This Moroccan recipe with chickpeas, okra, and spices fits the healthy Mediterranean profile. (emedicinehealth.com)
  • Among the groups on one of the two Mediterranean diets, the incidence of metabolic syndrome actually fell by 28.2 percent. (naturalnews.com)
  • There have been studies upon studies that have shown that the Mediterranean diet can lower the incidence of heart disease by as much as 70 percent," says Suzanne Steinbaum , DO, a cardiologist and the director of women's cardiovascular prevention, health, and wellness at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City. (wellandgood.com)
  • Javier Gómez Pavón, MD, head of geriatrics at Red Cross Hospital in Madrid and member of the leadership team of the Spanish Society of Geriatrics and Gerontology, told Medscape Spanish Edition, "Currently, the evidence we have indicates that certain types of diet in population cohort studies are associated with a lower incidence and prevalence of certain diseases. (medscape.com)
  • The different dietary patterns in the different countries should enable reliable associations to be made between particular diets and cancers. (wikipedia.org)
  • Healthy dietary patterns, especially the Mediterranean diet, were proven to bring more cognitive benefits than single dietary components. (bvsalud.org)
  • NaturalNews) The Mediterranean diet doesn't just protect against heart disease: It may actually reverse metabolic syndrome, a cluster of symptoms linked to heart disease and diabetes. (naturalnews.com)
  • Studies consistently show that the Mediterranean pattern of eating is strongly related to a reduction in many chronic diseases -- including heart disease, diabetes and certain cancers. (medscape.com)
  • Pop some cherry tomatoes and garlic in the oven to roast, set the table, maybe dance around the kitchen, and then place the fish and all the seasonings on top for the final stretch in the oven. (dietdoctor.com)
  • After 15 minutes, remove the dish from the oven and place the fish on top of the tomatoes. (dietdoctor.com)
  • Remove the dish from the oven and divide the fish, tomatoes, capers, and herbs between the plates. (dietdoctor.com)
  • On average, it works out to eating at least two or more servings a week of fish or around 8 ounces for those on a 2,000 calorie diet. (drgourmet.com)
  • The Mediterranean diet broadly encompasses the food and lifestyle that has supported human life over a long period in the greater Mediterranean region (including the adjacent Egypt and Mesopotamia), the crucible of European civilization symbolized in the Greco-Roman era. (kc-i.jp)
  • None of that makes the Mediterranean diet any healthier than it was before but it does reveal at least one secret of its power, and possibly provide the inspiration for the new bestseller, The Secret Epoxide Busting Diet . (wellbeing.com.au)
  • The diet includes certain animal products, eggs, and dairy. (medicinenet.com)
  • There are a lot of diets out there - the cayenne pepper diet, the baby food diet, that diet where you can only eat grapefruit and eggs. (npr.org)
  • There are even studies that show that fish has a major role in the prevention of cancers, including kidney, skin and colon cancers. (drgourmet.com)
  • PREDIMED stands for Prevención con Dieta Mediterránea (Prevention with Mediterranean Diet). (zoeharcombe.com)
  • Despite the relatively large number of studies included in this review, there is still some uncertainty regarding the effects of a Mediterranean-style diet on clinical endpoints and CVD risk factors for both primary and secondary prevention. (cochrane.org)
  • There is no single diet that is best for everyone, says one of the experts, David Katz, MD, director of the Yale University/Griffin Hospital Prevention Research Center. (medscape.com)
  • This study tested whether altering the ratio of omega-3 and omega-6 in people's diets had any impact on the frequency or severity of their migraines. (fabresearch.org)
  • One study looked at the MRIs of 260 men and women and measured their brain volume and then correlated that volume with the amount of baked or broiled fish they had reported consuming in a dietary questionnaire completed the year before the MRI was performed. (drgourmet.com)
  • However, according to a study, a group of scientists has formulated a "hybrid diet" that can help prevent cognitive decline . (naturalnews.com)
  • The study suggests that Spanish women who adhered to the Mediterranean diet were less overweight and that the diet may improve quality of life during menopause . (medicalnewstoday.com)
  • The European Prospective Investigation into Cancer and Nutrition (EPIC) study is a Europe-wide prospective cohort study of the relationships between diet and cancer, as well as other chronic diseases, such as cardiovascular disease. (wikipedia.org)
  • The benefits, especially relating to heart health, were recognized as part of the "Seven Countries Study" by researcher Ancel Keys (who coined the term "Mediterranean diet"), which was first published in 1978. (lifeextension.com)
  • Nutrition experts react to a new study that dissects the popular diet. (go.com)
  • This Spanish study analyzed the carbon footprint of typical menus in Spain, following a Mediterranean diet, and compared them to daily fare consumed in the UK and the US. (observer.com)
  • If you are among those who highly value a good secret, then this new study will be right up your alley, because it has highlighted a “secret†mechanism behind the capacity of the Mediterranean style diet to reduce your blood pressure. (wellbeing.com.au)
  • This study adds to the body of evidence that suggests the Mediterranean diet has a positive impact on brain health. (eurekalert.org)
  • In our study, eating habits were measured before brain volume was, which suggests that the diet may be able to provide long-term protection to the brain," said Luciano. (eurekalert.org)
  • But a study published Monday in the International Journal of Epidemiology made some interesting findings about the disconnect in who reaps the benefits of the diet. (thekitchn.com)
  • Yet for the first time our study has revealed that the socioeconomic position is able to modulate the health advantages linked to Mediterranean diet. (thekitchn.com)
  • The findings of this study spotlight the importance of looking into how food quality (and socioeconomics) factor into other diets and whether diets should place a higher emphasis on food quality. (thekitchn.com)