Mediterranean Diet Benefits for the Heart and Cardiovascular System

Med Diet reduces the risk of strokes:

  • Greater adherence to the MD was associated with a lower risk of stroke in a UK white population. Read more

  • Pre-stroke adherence to a Mediterranean diet pattern is associated with lower acute ischemic stroke severity. Read more

Med Diet reduces cardiovascular disease:

  • NEW STUDY 24 July 2024: Whole‐food, plant‐based vegan diets, low in oils, and Mediterranean diets, rich in extra virgin olive oil (EVOO), reduce cardiovascular disease risk factors already in 30 days! Read more

  • Greater adherence to the Mediterranean diet is associated with a significant reduction in mortality among individuals diagnosed as having coronary heart disease. Read more

  • The Impact of Olive Oil and Mediterranean Diet on the Prevention of Cardiovascular Diseases. Read more

  • the incidence of major cardiovascular risk was lower among those assigned to a Mediterranean diet supplemented with extra-virgin olive oil or nuts than those assigned to a reduced-fat diet. Read more

  • Higher adherence to the Mediterranean diet was associated with reduced risk of total and CVD deaths in these large Eastern European urban populations. Read more

  • Increased adherence to a MedDiet would improve markers of cardiovascular health after 6 months. Read more

  • Mediterranean diet supplemented with extra-virgin olive oil or nuts reduces the incidence of major cardiovascular events among people at high cardiovascular risk. Read more

  • The Mediterranean diet reduces Atherosclerosis Progression in Coronary Heart Disease Read more

  • Long-term consumption of a Mediterranean diet rich in extra virgin olive oil, if compared to a low-fat diet, was associated with decreased atherosclerosis progression. Read more

Med Diet reduces high blood pressure (hypertension)

  • Australian men and women who consumed a Mediterranean Diet for 6 months had small but significantly lower systolic blood pressure and improved endothelial function. Read more

  • The presence of hypertension is reduced by Mediterranean Diet adherence in all people with a greater effect in obese/overweight people. Read more

ABC News, February 25, 2013 — Dr. Richard Besser provides an insightful report on the latest study that reaffirms the considerable value of the widely embraced diet plan that many people have turned to for better health.

Good Morning America, Sep 20, 2018 Dr. Jennifer Ashton, who serves as ABC News' chief medical correspondent, explains the latest and most significant research findings: adhering to the Mediterranean Diet can lower the risk of strokes by an impressive 17%. This dietary approach, which emphasizes the consumption of healthy fats, whole grains, and a variety of fruits and vegetables, is recognized for its substantial health benefits.

Oldways, on March 29, 2021, highlighted that many of the foods commonly featured in the Mediterranean Diet align closely with dietary recommendations aimed at effectively lowering blood pressure. Embracing the practice of cooking at home using Mediterranean Diet recipes is not only enjoyable but also serves as an excellent and health-conscious starting point for individuals looking to improve their overall well-being!