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It’s one of the most diverse diets in the world. The Mediterranean diet offers variety but also a multitude of potential health benefits. In fact, some of the longest living populations in the world eat a traditional Mediterranean diet. What’s more, evidence suggests that eating Mediterranean style lowers the risk of cardiovascular disease, the most common cause of death in Western countries. How do we know this? A large study called the NHLBI Women’s Health study highlights the potential cardiovascular benefits of a Mediterranean-style diet. This study looked at the eating habits of 25,000 health professionals. It linked consuming a Mediterranean diet with a 25% reduction in the risk of developing cardiovascular disease. As with most nutrition studies, the results only show a link, not necessarily causation. But, when you add the results to previous research looking at the Mediterranean diet and heart health, you, too, will be convinced that going Mediterranean is good for your heart. In addition, studies show that the Mediterranean eating style is associated with a reduced risk of other chronic health problems, including Alzheimer’s disease, type two diabetes, and some forms of cancer. But how does eating Mediterranean style offer these benefits? Here are some of the ways a Mediterranean diet may improve heart health and lower the risk of cardiovascular disease.