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are all super nutritious foods, brimming with gut-loving fibre and disease-fighting antioxidants.
Extra-virgin olive oil is the primary fat used in the Mediterranean diet – and it has a raft of scientific evidence supporting its health benefits. It’s rich in heart-healthy fats and packs a punch in terms of antioxidants, and it has even been linked to benefits like improving your cholesterol profile and immune function.
Another healthy fat in the Med diet is oily fish – a nutritional superstar thanks to its omega-3 content that supports heart and brain health. Nuts and seeds are also included, which aren’t just a source of healthy fat, they provide muscle-building protein plus fibre to support a healthy gut.
Perhaps one of my personal favourite perks of the Med diet is that it’s not overly restrictive. That’s right: there are no forbidden foods. Sweets and red meat are eaten occasionally. Heck, even red wine is on the menu.
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