Expert Tips, for Trying Out the , Mediterranean Diet.<br />CNN reports that the Mediterranean way <br />of eating is considered one of <br />the healthiest diets in the world.<br />It focuses on fresh fruits <br />and vegetables, <br />nuts and seeds, <br />healthy whole grains<br />and extra-virgin olive oil.<br />It focuses on fresh fruits <br />and vegetables, <br />nuts and seeds, <br />healthy whole grains<br />and extra-virgin olive oil.<br />It also cuts out <br />processed foods <br />and red meats.<br />Eating this way has been shown to reduce the risk for, diabetes, high cholesterol, dementia, <br />memory loss, depression and breast cancer.<br />It has also been linked to , stronger bones, <br />a healthier heart, <br />a longer life <br />and weight loss.<br />According to CNN, experts suggest <br />replacing one meal a day with a <br />plant- or grain-based choice.<br />For breakfast, try Greek yogurt topped with fresh fruit, berries and a sprinkle of nuts.<br />Grain- or legume-based salads help to raise blood sugar slowly, which gives your brain the energy it needs to make it through the day.<br />Grain- or legume-based salads help to raise blood sugar slowly, which gives your brain the energy it needs to make it through the day.<br />Nuts, which are a great source of heart-healthy polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fats, make a great snack. .<br />Nuts, which are a great source of heart-healthy polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fats, make a great snack. .<br />When it comes to meat, <br />fish and other seafood are <br />consumed at least twice a week. <br />Both help to keep your brain healthy. .<br />When it comes to meat, <br />fish and other seafood are <br />consumed at least twice a week. <br />Both help to keep your brain healthy. .<br />For dessert, try fresh fruit, <br />whole, sliced or grilled.<br />For dessert, try fresh fruit, <br />whole, sliced or grilled
