Primary prevention of cardiovascular disease with a Mediterranean diet
Estruch, R., Ros, E., Salas-Salvadó, J., Covas, M. I.,
Corella, D., Arós, F., ... & Lamuela-
Raventos, R. M. (2013). Primary prevention of cardiovascular disease with a
Mediterranean diet. New England Journal of Medicine, 368(14), 1279-1290
Raventos, R. M. (2013). Primary prevention of cardiovascular disease with a
Mediterranean diet. New England Journal of Medicine, 368(14), 1279-1290
Primary prevention of cardiovascular disease with a Mediterranean diet
Traditionally, the Mediterranean diet is known to be high in
olive oil, fruits, nuts, vegetables, and cereals with a moderate intake of low
fat meats like fish and poultry and a low intake of dairy products, processed
meats, and sweets. In past research studies, adherence to a Mediterranean diet
has been seen as beneficial with respect to cardiovascular disease. Oftentimes,
the Mediterranean diet is seen as a dietary model to provide protection against
coronary heart disease. This particular study was based on a randomized trial
to test the effectiveness of two different Mediterranean diets- one
supplemented with extra virgin olive oil and another supplemented with nuts- on
CVD prevention. Participants were designated a specific diet (either one of the
Mediterranean diets or controlled diet) and participated in either individual
or group educational sessions taught by registered dietitians. Results from the
study showed that a Mediterranean diet supplemented with either extra virgin
olive oil or nuts resulted in an absolute risk reduction of 3 CVD events per
1000 people, for a risk reduction of around 30%, among high risk persons who
initially were free of CVD disease. Results from this study compare closely
with similar studies stating the benefits of the Mediterranean diet for CVD
risk reduction. Risk of stroke was also reduced significantly in the two
Mediterranean diet groups.
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