Mediterranean Diet for Beginners

Rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and heart-healthy fats, the Mediterranean diet is both delicious and nutritious. It may help manage your weight, protect your heart, and prevent diabetes.

What is the Mediterranean diet?
The Mediterranean diet is based on the traditional foods of countries bordering the Mediterranean Sea, including France, Spain, Greece, and Italy.

Some research has suggested that people living in these regions tend to be healthier and have a lower risk of many chronic conditions, compared with people who follow a standard American diet.

It typically encourages people to:

consume more:
fruits
vegetables
whole grains
legumes
nuts and seeds
heart-healthy fats
consume less:
processed foods
added sugars
refined grains
limit alcohol consumption
Research has indicated that the Mediterranean diet can:

-promote weight loss
-help prevent heart attacks, stroke, and type 2 diabetes
-reduce the risk of premature death

For this reason, the Mediterranean diet is a suitable option for those looking to improve their health and protect against chronic disease.

Healthline content is strictly informational and should not be considered medical advice. See a licensed medical professional for diagnosis and treatment recommendations. Opinions expressed in this video may not reflect those of Healthline Media.

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[OuterHeavenNET]

I need to make this change for myself and most importantly for my family.

[timothybilsky]

I really like your videos and how balanced they are in regard to diet. I eat a diet chock full of fruits, veggies, whole grains, nuts, meats, and some dairy. I doubt I’ll ever have a flat stomach on account of genetics, but I feel way better day by day that I did prior to starting eating this way 3+ yrs ago. And I believe alcohol mostly does harm not good, because the liver has a very difficult time processing even small quantities.

[Postdisclosureworld]

I love these evidence based presentations. There is so much nutritional misinformation that percolates on social media, this is well needed.

[n.ll.]

I love it im on it and i wish i can meet a man that likes to eat same thing .

[miltonbrown]

Looking forward to my journey with the Mediterranean diet for beginners, as I strive to become more knowledgeable about this lifestyle. Various dishes & instructions will be very appreciated.

[TRS-hehb]

eliminating wine and alcohol completely is key....if you want social benefits, drinking tea or coffee with your family achieves the exact same social outcome while providing staggeringly more health benefits without any of the deadly consequences of alcohol consumption

[CleeinMontana]

Anytime yt has their box of disparity, ignore it and know you’re on the right channel.

[charmeineca]

I'm starting to experiment with Greek foods to try and help with digestive issues. Love the colorful foods and aromas. I'm not a fan of wine overall except for blush. For non alcohol drinkers, I'd suggest using sparkling water and making a punch. Or I've started for summer months chilling caffeine free brewed teas. It helps.

[howtodoitdude]

Another factor why Americans are not healthy is our stress level. Europeans enjoy life. Spend more time with their families and take naps during the day.

[ericalcosiba]

Thank you so much! This was incredibly helpful!! Especially the “Common Sense” part lol

[istella]

Ciao, ho seguito il tuo video con molto interesse e lo apprezzo molto, perché alla mia tesina di inglese ho scelto di parlare della "Dieta mediterranea", argomento che abbiamo studiato molto in materia di "Scienze dell'alimentazione". Quindi ci tengo molto a sottolineare la differenza, molto importante per noi Italiani, tra OLIO D'OLIVA e OLIO EXTRAVERGINE D'OLIVA, infatti: L'OLIO EXTRAVERGINE è ottenuto da spremiture meccaniche a freddo di olive SENZA l'utilizzo di solventi chimici per chiarificare il prodotto. L'OLIO D'OLIVA invece è un olio raffinato e cioè TRATTATO CON COMPOSTI CHIMICI E SOLVENTI per chiarificare e rendere il prodotto finale meno acido e più cristallino.
Per il resto brava, mi fa piacere che tu diffonda questo tipo di dieta perché è veramente importante.
Buon lavoro💪❤

[marjoriepark]

Informative and interesting. I am interested to give this a try. Many of the food choices already are part of my daily food intake. One suggestion to make your presentation more legitimate. Use of the word altimers as opposed to Alzheimer’s….just a suggestion. A common mispronunciation. 💫

[M.]

I found your vid on the Healthline website. I enjoyed all the great info, it sounds like you know your stuff. I agree with your vid about deciding what to eat. Where can I get more info on recipes or food items and I'll come up with my now dishes. Thank you!

[dakotakim]

I appreciate the information. I was trying to do carnivore diet but I couldn’t. Although, it’s really really good diet but I guess it’s not for me due to my eating habits and culture 🤷‍♀️ idk why

[drorkay]

Can you please make a video on diet for people with high triglycerides.

[maryvargas]

5:06 I would like to learn more about a Whole 30 diet plan, please. 😊

[Surfer-]

That was great ! I hope to also hear what you say about the DNA diet. Like Geno Palate for example. Is it legit ?

[Susan.I]

I’m allergic to all nuts, fresh fruit. But I can eat frozen fruit, I’m also allergic to dairy products. Can I still benefit from the Mediterranean diet?

[marieleemcgill]

What is your opinion on the carnivore diet that everybody is talking about that? In my opinion it’s not that healthy but I wanted your opinion

[tallowoodgirl]

Thanks for the video. Is the Mediterranean diet low oxalate?