It’s rooted in the traditional habits of people in countries that border the Mediterranean Sea, where rates of heart disease tend to be lower and life expectancies after 45 have been among the highest in the world.
The benefits of Mediterranean-style eating are clear. But if you re just testing the waters of heart-healthy eating, the specifics of such a diet can get a little murky.
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