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Scientists embrace the Mediterranean diet

A study concludes that, yes, it’s good for you

By Culinate staff

March 5, 2013

In case you missed it last week, scientists have announced what might sound obvious: the so-called “Mediterranean diet” is good for your health.

To be precise, the study concluded that a diet high in fruits and vegetables and low in meat and saturated fat benefits cardiovascular health. The diet is not a low-fat diet, although high-fat dairy products as well as heavily fried and sugared foods are not allowed. Olive oil, fish, and nuts are the fatty stars here.

Wondering if you already follow a Mediterranean diet? The New York Times has an interactive quiz you can take to find out. Meanwhile, excited scientists are hoping the study sparks other comprehensive diet studies.

Excerpts

The Queen of Fats

Why Omega-3s Were Removed from the Western Diet and What We Can Do to Replace Them

Health+Food

Women and diet

Eating well from 30 to 60

The Vegetable Challenge

Omega-3s from plants

Susan Allport’s 11 tips for better eating

Sift

The allergen detector

Spot trouble foods on the go

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