Mediterranean
Diet:
Benefits And Basics

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Introduction

The Mediterranean diet is a blend of healthy eating and traditional flavours. Following this diet can offer you several health benefits.

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There is no single definition of the Mediterranean diet, it is typically high in whole grains, nuts, fruits, vegetables, beans, seeds and olive oil.

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Boosts heart health

As per studies, the Mediterranean diet can help reduce the risk of heart disease. Fruits, nuts, olive oil, beans and other foods in this diet help control heart disease risk factors.

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Weight loss

Due to its focus on whole foods, the Mediterranean diet may help in sustainable weight loss.

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Slow cognitive decline

Bad fats and processed foods can lead to inflammation. The Mediterranean diet restricts these and adds antioxidant-rich foods with other whole foods to the diet, resulting in better cognitive health.

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Other benefits

This diet can also help manage type-2 diabetes. It is also known to improve the quality of your sleep and overall health.

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What to eat

The Mediterranean diet encourages you to eat fresh and whole foods. You can load up your diet with vegetables, fruits, nuts, seeds, legumes, whole grains, breads, herbs, spices, fish, seafood and extra virgin olive oil.

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What to avoid

 You should avoid added sugar, refined grains, trans fat, refined oils, processed meat and highly processed foods when following Mediterranean diet.

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