What to Eat on the Mediterranean Diet
This List of Foods You Can Eat on the Mediterranean Diet Proves It's Not Really a Diet
If you feel like you've heard about the Mediterranean diet a lot lately, you're not wrong. It was named the best diet of the year for what feels like the thousandth time and for good reason. Not only has the Mediterranean diet been proven effective for weight loss, but it can also reduce your risk for heart disease and even help you live longer. And as more dieters move away from more restrictive plans, a diet that allows you to eat carbs and drink wine will undoubtedly only grow in popularity.
In fact, the Mediterranean diet feels less like a diet than a lifestyle. "The diet is rooted in enjoyment of eating and staying active," Elissa Goldman, MS, RD, LDN, founder of Nutrition by Elissa in Arlington, MA, told POPSUGAR. "Rather than counting or restricting a food group, the Mediterranean diet encourages the addition and consumption of whole foods."
If you're thinking of giving it a go, you're in luck — Elissa gave us some suggestions for what you can (and should) eat on the Mediterranean diet, right ahead.
Vegetables
Fruits
Healthy Fats
Whole Grains
Legumes
Nuts and Seeds
Fish and Seafood
In Moderation: Other Lean Proteins
Herbs and Spices
