With so many different diets out there, it can be challenging to know which one will yield the best health outcomes. Keto, Paleo, Mediterranean, Low-Fat, Blood Type, the list goes on and on. Now, there might be some clarity. A randomized trial found that “Mediterranean and low-fat diets are effective in the primary prevention of cardiovascular disease” and ultimately, “the Mediterranean diet was superior to the low-fat diet in preventing major cardiovascular events.” According to the Cleveland Clinic, a Mediterranean diet “emphasizes plant-based foods and healthy fats. You eat mostly veggies, fruits and whole grains. Olive oil is the main source of fat.”
Should We Eat a Mediterranean Diet?
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