The Mediterranean Diet
The Mediterranean Diet Pyramid is based on the classic Mediterranean lifestyle: a variety of fresh, healthy foods eaten in moderation, with daily physical activity. Research shows a direct link between this healthy diet and a lower incidence of heart and other diseases.
Olive oil is a key part of this healthy way of eating, replacing butter, margarine and other fats. High in monounsaturated fat, olive oil helps lower LDL (bad) cholesterol while maintaining HDL (good) cholesterol. And it’s a good source of antioxidants including vitamin E.For more healthy dishes substitute STAR olive oil for butter, margarine, or other vegetable oils. Make an ounce per ounce substitution when a recipe calls for other oils. Replace butter and margarine in any recipe using our conversion chart.
For further information on the Mediterranean Diet, check out these articles:
- USA Today – Extra virgin olive oil staves off Alzheimer’s, preserves memory, new study shows
- LA Times- Mediterranean diet linked to lower risk of Type 2 diabetes
- NPR- More Signs A Mediterranean Diet Helps Prevent Cardiovascular Ills
- Olive Oil Times – Mediterranean Diet in Midlife Results in Better Quality of Life in Old Age
- Olive Oil Times – Mediterranean Diet May Interact with Genes and Prevent Stroke
- Olive Oil Times – More Evidence Mediterranean Diet Protects from Diabetes
- Olive Oil Times – Mediterranean Diet Linked to Less Inflammation
- Olive Oil Times – Mediterranean Diet May Reduce Risk of Kidney Disease
- Food Navigator- Mediterranean diet has ‘lasting’ health benefits, say researchers
- Olive Oil Times – Olive Oil Improves Blood Lipid Profile, Reduces Risk of Heart Disease
- Olive Oil Times – Mediterranean Diet with Olive Oil May Prevent Breast Cancer Relapse
- Olive Oil Times – Mediterranean Diet with EVOO Outperforms Low-Fat Diet for Weight Loss
- Olive Oil Times – Mediterranean Diet, Heavy on the Olive Oil, Can Reduce Risk of Chronic Disease
- Olive Oil Times – Med Diet with Olive Oil is Good for Your Brain
- Olive Oil Times – Replacing Saturated Fat with Mediterranean Diet Foods Lowers Heart Risk
- Olive Oil Times – High Levels of Magnesium in Mediterranean Diet Reduce Risk of Chronic Disease
- Olive Oil Times – Mediterranean Diet May Preserve Brain Volume
- Olive Oil Times – Mediterranean Diet Reduces Risk of Deadliest Breast Cancer by 40 Percent