Studies into the Mediterranean diet show that the overall health benefits make it worth sticking to — if a reduced risk of developing dementia, cancer prevention, weight loss and improved heart health sound enticing.
Primarily, the Mediterranean diet is about consuming lots of fruits, vegetables, nuts, legumes, olive oil and fish, and limiting red meat, sugar and saturated fats, but what exactly do you need to add to your diet on a daily basis to master the Mediterranean way of eating?
Watch the video for everything you need to start the diet, also dubbed one of the world’s healthiest, with success.
Author Susie Burrell is a leading Australian dietitian and nutritionist, founder of Shape Me, co-host of The Nutrition Couch podcast and prominent media spokesperson, with regular appearances in both print and television media commenting on all areas of diet, weight loss and nutrition
