Overview of The Mediterranean Diet
Understanding The Mediterranean Diet The Mediterranean diet is known for its emphasis on fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, healthy fats, and seafood. It’s also known for being high in olive oil, red wine, and garlic. What you might not know is that there’s greater variation within the Mediterranean diet than meets the eye. In fact, some experts say that what we think of as the “Mediterranean diet” isn’t really a single diet at all. Instead, it’s a collection of dietary habits found among people who live in Mediterranean regions. These habits share similarities with other diets that have…
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Overview of the Low-Fat Diet
Understanding the Low-Fat Diet The low-fat diet was created in the 1950s as a way to reduce the risk of heart disease. The theory is that eating foods low in fat and cholesterol will help lower blood cholesterol levels and reduce the risk of heart disease. Despite being around for decades, the low-fat diet is still the subject of much debate. Critics of the low-fat diet say that it is not effective in reducing heart disease risk and may even be harmful. They argue that eating foods low in fat can lead to weight gain and other health problems,…
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