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Kushkestani M, Sidossis L, Moghadassi M. Mediterranean Diet as Part of The Traditional Mediterranean Lifestyle. Intern Med Today 2023; 29 (3)
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1- Kinesiology and Applied Physiology Faculty, School of Art and Science, Rutgers University, New Brunswick, NJ, USA. , mehdi.kushk@gmail.com
2- Kinesiology and Applied Physiology Faculty, School of Art and Science, Rutgers University, New Brunswick, NJ, USA.
3- Department of Physical Education and Sport Science, Islamic Azad University, North Branch, Tehran, Iran
2- Kinesiology and Applied Physiology Faculty, School of Art and Science, Rutgers University, New Brunswick, NJ, USA.
3- Department of Physical Education and Sport Science, Islamic Azad University, North Branch, Tehran, Iran
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Aim: The primary objective of this review is to briefly define the Mediterranean diet (MD), its core principles, key ingredients, and the well-documented health benefits, particularly its role in promoting longevity and preventing chronic diseases. Additionally, this review aims to explore the origins of these principles and benefits, deeply rooted in a specific and traditional way of living inherent to the Mediterranean region.
Finding: The MD is highly regarded as one of the healthiest diets globally, praised for its preventive health benefits due to its combination of antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Recent insights have highlighted that the MD is not just about specific ingredients or cooking techniques but is rooted in a unique lifestyle native to the Mediterranean region. Previous studies have indicated that the core elements of the MD, such as social connections and physical activity, originate from the ancient way of life in this area.
Conclusion: The modern understanding of the MD and its health benefits is deeply rooted in the historical way of life in the Mediterranean region. The various elements of the MD, such as social interactions, physical activity, rest, and cultural practices, reflect ancient Mediterranean lifestyles shaped by geographical, climatic, and cultural factors. Therefore, it is recommended that future researchers consider the evaluation of the lifestyle factors that embody its core principles in addition to briefly measuring the MD through questionnaires.
Finding: The MD is highly regarded as one of the healthiest diets globally, praised for its preventive health benefits due to its combination of antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Recent insights have highlighted that the MD is not just about specific ingredients or cooking techniques but is rooted in a unique lifestyle native to the Mediterranean region. Previous studies have indicated that the core elements of the MD, such as social connections and physical activity, originate from the ancient way of life in this area.
Conclusion: The modern understanding of the MD and its health benefits is deeply rooted in the historical way of life in the Mediterranean region. The various elements of the MD, such as social interactions, physical activity, rest, and cultural practices, reflect ancient Mediterranean lifestyles shaped by geographical, climatic, and cultural factors. Therefore, it is recommended that future researchers consider the evaluation of the lifestyle factors that embody its core principles in addition to briefly measuring the MD through questionnaires.
Type of Study: Review |
Subject:
Basic Medical Science
Received: 2024/07/24 | Accepted: 2024/10/2 | Published: 2025/01/21
Received: 2024/07/24 | Accepted: 2024/10/2 | Published: 2025/01/21
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