The Mediterranean diet emphasizes plant-based foods, such as fruits and vegetables, whole grains, legumes, and nuts. The diet replaces butter with healthy fats, such as olive oil, uses herbs and spices instead of salt to flavor foods, and limits monthly consumption of red meat.

Research has shown that the traditional Mediterranean diet reduces the risk of heart disease. An analysis of more than 1.5 million healthy adults showed that following a Mediterranean diet reduced the risk of developing heart disease and cancer. The analysis also showed that the diet reduces the chances of Parkinson's and Alzheimer's diseases.

The focus of the Mediterranean diet isn't on limiting total fat consumption, but rather on choosing healthier types of fat. The diet also recognizes the importance of being physically active and enjoying meals with family and friends.


Your friend has written this summary of a report on the Mediterranean diet. Which sentence is the best concluding sentence for the summary?


A. You need to watch what you eat to stay healthy.

B. Stay physically active to reduce any kind of health risk.

C. The Mediterranean diet is a good way to look younger.

D. Avoid diseases by cutting down on fats and meat in your diet.

E. The Mediterranean diet is a delicious way to stay healthy.