The MedDiet Wins Again!

US News and World Report evaluated 24 different diets and the Mediterranean Diet came in first, hands down for the sixth straight year. It won in several categories including the best family-friendly diet. One main reason is that it’s fairly diverse. The foundation is whole foods composed of fresh fruits and vegetables. It allows carbs, which are part of many traditional diets and provide that feeling of ‘comfort’ that makes eating enjoyable. More importantly, this also makes it more possible to follow consistently, which results in better success. Scientific research over decades has linked it with reduced ailments, such as heart disease, obesity, inflammation, and diabetes. Extra virgin olive oil is the main healthy fat used in the diet that adds great flavor to all foods.