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Jun. 6, 2019
Poor Diet Found to Be Major Risk Factor for Cancer
New research showed that eating nutritious foods and avoiding non-nutritious foods might help protect against cancer.
May. 28, 2019
Mediterranean Diet May Reduce Risk of Late-Life Depression
New research suggested that the higher the intake of vegetables, the lower the likelihood of late-life depression.
May. 23, 2019
Mediterranean Diet May Help Reduce Liver Fat
Research suggests that the Mediterranean diet’s benefit of lowering hepatic fat may be linked to the reduction of risk factors for chronic disease.
May. 6, 2019 Health
Apr. 22, 2019 Food & Cooking
Nutrients From Food, Not Supplements, Associated With Lower Death Risk
Apr. 16, 2019 Health
Poor Diet Kills More People than Smoking or High Blood Pressure
Apr. 8, 2019 Health
Apr. 8, 2019 Health
Adding Dairy Products To Med Diet Reduces Cardiovascular Risk
Apr. 1, 2019
New Study Suggests a Healthy Diet May Not Reduce Dementia Risk
These findings contradict earlier studies, which have concluded that a healthy diet reduces the risk of mental decline and aids in the prevention of abnormalities that can precede dementia.
Apr. 1, 2019
Mediterranean Diet Boosts Athletes’ Performance Within Days
Researchers believe characteristics of the Mediterranean diet, such as anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, might improve endurance.
Mar. 27, 2019
Heart-Healthy Diets Linked to Better Cognitive Function in Middle Age
Following a nutrient-dense eating plan, such as the Mediterranean diet, in early adulthood may help prevent mental decline decades later.
Mar. 7, 2019
Not All Saturated Fats Are the Same for Cardiovascular Health
After examining the association between saturated fat sources and cardiovascular health, researchers recommend higher consumption of staple foods of the Mediterranean diet such as fruits, vegetables and whole grains.
Mar. 4, 2019
Ban on Trans Fats in NYC Restaurants Reduces Cardiovascular Risk
A recently published study found that overall trans fat levels had fallen by around 57 percent and people who frequently dined out benefited from a greater decrease of around 62 percent.
Feb. 26, 2019
Spain Tops List of World's Healthiest Countries
Bloomberg's Healthiest Country Index ranked Spain as the healthiest country in the world in 2019, beating out Italy. Healthy eating habits and the Mediterranean diet are mainly responsible for the increase.
Feb. 19, 2019
Dietary Fiber Linked to Lower Risk of Heart Disease and Cancer
Consuming a minimum of 25 to 29 grams of fiber from Mediterranean diet plant foods is significantly tied to better health and longevity, including a lower the risk of diabetes.
Jan. 31, 2019
Key Nutrients in Mediterranean Diet Linked to Healthy Brain Aging
Illinois researchers discover nutrients from fatty fish, whole grains, nuts, seeds, fruits and vegetables work synergistically to enhance brain health.
Jan. 7, 2019
Supplementing the MedDiet With Some Dairy Can Be Heart Healthy
A new study discovered it is not necessary to avoid cheese and yogurt to reduce the risk of heart disease.
Jan. 2, 2019
Med Diet During Mother's Pregnancy Linked to Lower Risk of Obesity in Children
Spanish researchers discovered that following the Mediterranean diet during pregnancy resulted in a weight benefit for children in the first four years of life.
Dec. 11, 2018
Mediterranean Diet Plus Regular Exercise Maintains Weight Loss
A new study shows the formula tor long-term weight loss and heart health is to eat the nutritious Mediterranean diet and engage in regular workouts.
Nov. 26, 2018
FDA Allows Cardiovascular Health on Olive Oil Labels
A new 'qualified health claim' allows bottlers to say that their product improves heart health if consumed instead of animal-based fats.
Oct. 29, 2018
Healthy Diets Like the Mediterranean Diet Are Tied to Better Cellular Aging
Nutritious diets have a lengthening effect on chromosomal structures called telomeres, which help protect against chronic disease.
Oct. 23, 2018
Mediterranean Diet May Help Prevent Macular Degeneration
A new study found eating a diet plentiful in fruit, vegetables and fatty fish, such as the Mediterranean diet, can help protect from an eye disease that erodes central vision.
Oct. 22, 2018
Squalene in Virgin Olive Oil May Help Tissue Repair
Squalenes, a compound found in virgin olive oil, might help cicatrization and tissue repair according to a research study by the University of Jaén.