Tag: Mediterranean Diet
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8 Mediterranean Diet Foods to Stock Up on This Winter
Why choose winter-friendly Mediterranean foods The Mediterranean diet is celebrated for heart health, balanced fats, and abundant plants. While summer staples often come to mind, winter seasons offer hearty, shelf-stable ingredients that fit this pattern. Stocking up on the right foods keeps Mediterranean-style meals easy, comforting, and nutritious through cold months. 1. Oranges and other…
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Giving Up Butter and Cheese for Heart Health? Why Cutting Saturated Fat Might Not Help Much
Rethinking Saturated Fat and Heart Health For decades, nutrition guidelines have urged people to limit saturated fats—most commonly found in butter, cheese, and fatty cuts of meat—to reduce heart disease risk. A growing body of research, however, is challenging that blanket directive. Recent analyses suggest that simply cutting saturated fat from a typical diet may…
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Can Diet Calm Early Memory Problems? Anti-Inflammatory Mediterranean Eating Shows Promise
New Eating Pattern Linked to Slower Brain Aging Emerging research suggests that what you eat could matter as much as genetics when it comes to memory, particularly for older women at risk of early cognitive decline. A powerful anti-inflammatory twist on the traditional Mediterranean diet is showing striking protection against early memory problems, offering a…
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How Olive Oil May Help Suppress Breast Cancer Risk
Understanding the Link Between Olive Oil and Breast Cancer Risk Many researchers point to extra-virgin olive oil (EVOO) as a key component of a Mediterranean-style diet that is associated with a lower risk of various cancers, including breast cancer. It’s important to note that olive oil is not a cure or a treatment. Instead, its…
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How Olive Oil May Help Suppress Breast Cancer Risk: What the Research Says
Understanding the Link Between Olive Oil and Breast Cancer Risk Countless studies point to a potential link between regular olive oil consumption—especially extra-virgin olive oil (EVOO)—and a lower risk of developing breast cancer. It’s important to note that olive oil is not a cure or a treatment. Rather, when used as part of a healthy…
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Olive Oil and Breast Cancer Risk: EVOO Benefits & Mechanisms
Overview: EVOO and Breast Cancer Risk Numerous studies suggest that extra-virgin olive oil (EVOO), a cornerstone of the Mediterranean diet, is associated with a reduced risk of developing breast cancer. It is important to note that EVOO is not a cure or treatment. Rather, its regular inclusion in a balanced diet may contribute to a…
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Healthy Diets Linked to Lower RA Risk: Mediterranean & Anti-Inflammatory
Healthy dietary patterns may lower rheumatoid arthritis risk New findings summarized in Seminars in Arthritis & Rheumatism indicate that adherence to healthy dietary patterns—particularly the Mediterranean and anti-inflammatory diets—may be associated with a reduced risk of developing rheumatoid arthritis (RA). While genetics and environmental factors continue to play a role, what people eat appears to…
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Healthy Dietary Patterns Linked to Reduced Risk for RA
New evidence ties healthy diets to lower rheumatoid arthritis risk Emerging research highlighted in Seminars in Arthritis & Rheumatism has found that sticking to healthy dietary patterns can be associated with a lower likelihood of developing rheumatoid arthritis (RA). The focus for this growing body of work is on eating patterns rather than individual nutrients,…
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Pectin Prebiotics Show Promise for Food Allergy Treatment
Gut Dysbiosis and Food Allergy: A New Frontier Food allergy (FA) is a growing health concern worldwide, with the Mediterranean region reporting a notable role for plant-based foods and lipid transfer proteins (LTPs) such as Pru p 3 from peaches. Symptoms can range from mild oral allergy syndrome to life-threatening anaphylaxis, underscoring the need for…
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Healthy Diet Can Extend Life Even for Frail Older Adults
How diet quality interacts with frailty to influence longevity New research suggests that even in later life, a healthier diet can meaningfully extend life for frail adults. The study, which analyzed data from more than 150,000 midlife and older adults, found that higher-quality diets were associated with longer life expectancy and lower risk of premature…