The average life expectancy of the world population has increased remarkably in the past
150 years and it is still increasing. A long life is a dream of humans since the beginning of …

The Mediterranean diet (MedDiet), abundant in minimally processed plant-based foods, rich
in monounsaturated fat from olive oil, but lower in saturated fat, meats, and dairy products …

The Mediterranean diet is considered one of the most worldwide healthy dietary patterns
thanks to a combination of foods rich mainly in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory nutrients …

The Mediterranean diet originates in the food cultures of ancient civilizations which
developed around the Mediterranean Basin and is based on the regular consumption of …

Unhealthy behaviors and their social patterning have been frequently proposed as factors
mediating socioeconomic differences in health. However, a clear quantification of the …

ObjectiveTo characterize the multiple dimensions and benefits of the Mediterranean diet as
a sustainable diet, in order to revitalize this intangible food heritage at the country level; and …

The Mediterranean diet has been linked to a number of health benefits, including reduced
mortality risk and lower incidence of cardiovascular disease. Definitions of the …

Background The Seven Countries study in the 1960s showed that populations in the
Mediterranean region experienced lower coronary heart disease (CHD) mortality probably …

Background and Purpose: Lifestyle and diet affect cardiovascular risk, although there is
currently no consensus about the best dietary model for the secondary prevention of …

ObjectiveTo present and discuss the dietary guidelines issued by the Brazilian government
in 2014. DesignThe present paper describes the aims of the guidelines, their shaping …