What is the Mediterranean Diet?

Mediterranean Diet :: What is the Mediterranean Diet?

The Mediterranean diet is not a specific diet plan or diet program. Rather, it's a collection of eating habits that are traditionally followed by the people of the Medierranean region. The Mediterranean diet has attracted interest due to the traditionally lower rates of diet-related disease (e.g. heart disease and cancer) within the region.

Mediterranean Diet - In a Nutshell


Heavily Dependent on Plant Foods

Low in Saturated Fat - Rich in Monounsaturated Fat

Low to Moderate Consumption of Dairy Products

Limited Consumption of Fish, Poultry and Red Meat

Moderate Consumption of Wine With Meals