Mar. 16, 2022
Greeks Follow a Hybrid Mediterranean Diet, Researchers Find
Greeks mostly adhere to the diet's standards with the addition of red meat and snacks.
Feb. 28, 2022
Med Diet Linked with Better Sleep in University Students
Students with higher adherence to the Mediterranean diet reported less sleep latency, sleep disturbance and daytime dysfunction.
Feb. 21, 2022
Italian Politicians Condemn Nutri-Score As Antithetical to MedDiet
Italy's foreign minister sought to promote the European adoption of Nutrinform Battery at a series of events. Nutri-Score’s founder responds that the criticism is misguided.
Feb. 10, 2022 Health
Mediterranean Diet Might Mitigate ADHD in Children, Study Suggests
Jan. 17, 2022 Health
Jan. 7, 2022 Health
Dec. 20, 2021 News Briefs
Promotion of MedDiet Aligns with U.N.'s Sustainable Development Goals
Dec. 17, 2021 Basics
How to Follow the Mediterranean Diet and Enjoy Its Health Benefits
Dec. 16, 2021
Mediterranean Diet May Help Protect Newborns from Leading Cause of Mortality, Study Suggests
Pregnant women at risk of the Small for Gestational Age condition were less likely to have newborns suffer from the condition after following the Mediterranean diet.
Dec. 6, 2021
Archaeologists Gather Online to Celebrate the History of The Mediterranean Diet
The Mediterranean diet dates back thousands of years. Archaeologists want to make sure its history is always preserved.
Nov. 30, 2021
Even a Non-Organic Mediterranean Diet Better Than Western, Oldways Says
Research about the impact of eating non-organic food led many to report that a Mediterranean diet may not always be healthier than a Western one. Some experts disagree.
Nov. 17, 2021
Organic Foods Key to Mediterranean Diet Health Benefits
New research reminds consumers that following a non-organic version of the Mediterranean diet leaves them exposed to pesticides and herbicides.
Oct. 4, 2021
Following a Mediterranean Diet May Reverse Cognitive Decline in Elderly
New research shows that adhering to a Mediterranean diet can help restore memory functions and reverse cognitive impairment due to aging.
Sep. 29, 2021
Mediterranean Diet Linked With Long-Term Health Benefits for Teenagers
Adolescents who consumed food items of the Mediterranean diet had higher levels of antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties in their blood serum.
Sep. 27, 2021
Newly-Proposed Med Index Rating Seeks to Surpass Nutri-Score and Nutrinform
A front-of-pack labeling system takes into account a food item’s macro and micro-nutrients and its social and environmental sustainability.
Sep. 8, 2021
Researchers Link Adherence to Med Diet with Improved Outlook for Clinically Depressed
Following the Mediterranean diet was linked with the normal development of an important part of the nervous system in depressed patients.
Aug. 23, 2021
Study Suggests New Approach to Promoting a Heart-Healthy Diet
Researchers conducted a meta-analysis of dozens of studies to determine the relationship between specific foods and heart disease.
Aug. 16, 2021
New Book Serves as Daily Guide for Following the Mediterranean Diet
‘The Real Mediterranean Diet’ offers readers a digestible explanation of the health benefits of the diet and tips on how to improve daily eating habits.
Aug. 11, 2021
MedDiet Linked With Prevention or Delay of Degenerative Eye Disease
A new study found that following a diet rich in antioxidants helped to prevent or delay the onset of age-related macular degeneration.
Jun. 30, 2021
Olive Council and Culinary Institute Join to Promote MedDiet in U.S.
The two organizations will focus on educating consumers and hospitality professionals on the health benefits and sustainability of an olive oil-based Mediterranean diet.
Jun. 8, 2021
Study: Eating Some Lean Red Meat With MedDiet May Lower Risk of Heart Disease
Eating moderate amounts of lean beef alongside the Mediterranean diet may decrease the risk of developing heart disease, a study says.
May. 28, 2021
Olive Oil One Factor in Extraordinary Longevity of Some Sardinian Residents
A new study shows that the consumption of olive oil played a role in maintaining cardiovascular health and mobility in elderly Sardinians.
May. 14, 2021
Mediterranean Diet Benefits Patients With Lupus, Study Suggests
Anti-inflammatory foods, which are characteristic of the Mediterranean diet, can lower the risk of organ damage and cardiovascular problems in lupus patients, a new study found.