Mediterranean diet

Main Entry:  Mediterranean diet
Part of Speech:  n
Definition:  a diet typical of the Mediterranean region with high consumption of fruits, vegetables, grains, beans, nuts, olive oil, fish, and poultry
Example:  The Mediterranean diet is thought to increase life expectancy and protect against heart disease and cancer.
Usage:  cooking
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