Mediterranean diet
noun
: a diet typical of many Mediterranean countries (such as Italy and Spain) that consists mainly of cereals, grains, vegetables, beans, fruits, and nuts along with moderate amounts of fish, cheese, olive oil, and wine and little red meat
The Mediterranean diet is a veteran of the diet scene and not quite as trendy or weight-loss-focused as some of its siblings. But it's a perennial favorite of doctors and dietitians, buoyed by studies that suggest it can lower the risk of diabetes and cardiovascular disease.—
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TikTokers are taking straight shots of olive oil and crediting the Mediterranean diet for everything from glowing skin to a longer life.
—Avery Newmark, AJC.com, 7 Apr. 2026
Probiotics, prebiotics, and gut-friendly diets like the Mediterranean diet can reduce brain inflammation and support cognitive function.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 2 Apr. 2026
Regular physical activity, nutritious eating patterns such as the Mediterranean diet, good sleep, and staying socially engaged remain the most reliable ways to support healthy aging.
—Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 9 Mar. 2026
This is because the Mediterranean diet does allow for a small amount of drinking.
—Jocelyn Solis-Moreira, Flow Space, 9 Mar. 2026
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Avery Newmark, AJC.com, 7 Apr. 2026
Probiotics, prebiotics, and gut-friendly diets like the Mediterranean diet can reduce brain inflammation and support cognitive function.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 2 Apr. 2026
Regular physical activity, nutritious eating patterns such as the Mediterranean diet, good sleep, and staying socially engaged remain the most reliable ways to support healthy aging.
—Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 9 Mar. 2026
This is because the Mediterranean diet does allow for a small amount of drinking.
—Jocelyn Solis-Moreira, Flow Space, 9 Mar. 2026
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“Mediterranean diet.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Mediterranean%20diet. Accessed 9 Apr. 2026.
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