(upbeat music) >> Narrator: Eating a Mediterranean diet can help reduce your risk of heart disease by 30%.
It lowers your risk of weight gain and reduces the risk of early death by up to 80%. Key ingredients include whole grains and protein-rich beans and lentils, lean proteins like fish and poultry, and low-fat dairy foods like skim milk and low-fat yogurt. For more healthy eating tips, visit hopkinsmedicine.org/food-and-nutrition.
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Fit Facts Benefits of a Mediterranean Diet
Want to try the Mediterranean diet, but not sure where to start? Here are some key ingredients to add to your shopping list.