It’s been heralded as the world’s healthiest diet, and it’s the one diet that works for nearly everyone. It’s called the Mediterranean diet and it is based on the cooking and eating styles of Italy, France, Greece, Spain and other Mediterranean countries. The diet features olive oil, fresh fruits and vegetables, nuts, beans, legumes, fish, poultry, and whole grains. It is high in fiber and heart-health omega-3 fats, rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants and, unlike other diets, doesn’t forbid entire food groups. It’s difficult to stay on extreme diets. The Mediterranean diet however has lots of variety and wonderful flavors, so people can stick with it. For more information, I recommend reading Eat, Drink and Be Healthy written by Harvard nutrition expert Dr. Walter Willet.
