General:
The Mediterranean diet incorporates the basics of healthy eating, plus a splash of flavorful olive oil and perhaps a glass of good red wine, among other components characterizing the traditional cooking style of countries bordering the Mediterranean Sea.
Key components of the Mediterranean diet include:
Types of food allowed:
Fruits, vegetables, seafood, poultry, whole grains, limited red meat and dairy products, olive oil.
Advantages:
Wide variety of food. Recipes and foods are easy to find. No supplements needed.
Disadvantages:
None
Health Issues:
This is a well balanced and safe diet to follow. It is based off research that showed that a Mediterranean style of eating greatly reduced risk of heart disease and lowers cholesterol.
External Resources
Homepage:
*No "specific" or "official" homepage associated with this diet
Reviews:
Mayo Clinic Review of the Mediterranean Diet
American Heart Association Review of the Mediterranean Diet
Overviews:
Mediterranean Diet Overview