How does it work?
The foundation of the Mediterranean Diet is the consumption of plant-based foods like fruits and vegetables. Fruits and vegetables are rich in flavonoids(6). A 2019 study in Nature Communications found that regularly eating foods with flavonoids can lead to a reduced risk of heart disease and cancer. Flavonoids are antioxidants that reduce inflammation in the body (a key factor in many diseases), while playing an important role in mental health and heart health. Different plant-based foods have different types of flavonoids, each playing a distinct role. According to a study by the National Institute of Health(7) some key classes of flavonoids include