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Those who live in countries along the Mediterranean Sea consistently have longer life expectancies. The people of North Africa, Italy, Spain, Greece, and Southern France don’t all share a single “diet,” but what they have in common is eating an abundance of fresh produce, plant-based protein, fish, healthy fats, and whole grains while limiting red meats, alcohol, and refined, processed foods.
Experts consistently rank the Mediterranean diet as the No. 1 healthiest diet. But think of it less as a diet and more as a flexible way to eat. It showcases whole foods in their simplest, tastiest form. Go ahead and dig into the world’s healthiest diet.
Better Homes and Gardens Mediterranean Diet Published by Are Media, RRP $10.50. Available in newsagents.
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