THE MEDITERRANEAN DIET

This diet was made to lose weight and reduce heart disease by trying to use healthy fats.

The diet includes a lot of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, seafood, olive oil, and nuts

EXAMPLE MEAL

• Mediterranean vegetable soup
• Whole grain roll
• Grilled seafood
• Cooked fresh vegetables
• Fresh salad with oil and vinegar dressing
• Fruit for dessert

BENEFITS

• It isn't a a low fat diet but it uses healthy fats
• People like this diet and stick with it for a long time
• Studies have shown that the risks of diseases decreases

NEGATIVES

• It does not include a lot of dairy products
• If you don't eat in moderation your fat content could go up instead of down
• The recipes can be difficult to cook