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Fiber can help with heart health.

The Mediterranean diet really does work.

Fish is included on occasion, but this diet is mostly plant-based.

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It also significantly limits the consumption of processed foods and added sugars.

This was based on multiple types of studies (cross-sectional and longitudinal), trials, and meta-analyses.

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Your diet can reduce inflammation.

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When it comes to aging, science shows thatinflammationmay be a major culprit in speeding up the process.

Focus on a well-balanced diet rather than only specific nutrients.

A previous version of this story was published on July 29, 2022.

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