Eating a Mediterranean-style diet may protect your heart better than a low-fat diet, according to a recent study from Spain. Researchers found that a traditional Mediterranean diet — rich in healthy fats from olive oil and nuts, as well as fresh fruits and vegetables — helped older people improve their cholesterol, blood pressure, and blood […]
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Study: Mediterranean diet better than low-fat for heart health
Published November 22nd, 2006 in Healthy Foods, Heart Health and Health Studies. 1 CommentThe Mediterranean Diet May Reduce Alzheimer’s Risk
Published November 6th, 2006 in Healthy Foods, Anti-Aging, Brain Health and Health Studies. 0 CommentsEating a “Mediterranean” diet may lower the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease, according to a recent study from Columbia University Medical Center. Researchers believe that the diet — already believed to lower the risk of several other diseases, including cancer, high cholesterol, and diabetes — may provide protection against Alzheimer’s by reducing inflammation in the […]