Evidence-based Review of the Impact of the Mediterranean Diet on Heart Health, Cognitive Function, Longevity and Weight
Steven C. Masley, M.D., FAHA, FAAFP, FACN, CNS, CCD
President, Masley Optimal Health Center, St. Petersburg, FL
The World Health Organization has recommended that planet-wide, people should follow a Mediterranean diet as populations that follow the Mediterranean diet, even outside the Mediterranean region, have longer lifespans and better overall health than those who adhere less. In 2020Ā US News and World ReportĀ listed the Mediterranean diet as the #1 overall best diet, #1 best diet for diabetes, #1 best diet for health, and #1 easiest diet to follow, and the #2 diet for heart health. Multiple randomized clinic trials show that if properly followed, the Mediterranean diet will reduce rates of cardiovascular disease, dementia rates, extend both lifespan and health span, and help with long term weight loss. Plus, the food is delicious, simple to prepare, and easy to find in a local grocery store, increasing long-term adherence. Yet there are myths regarding the Mediterranean diet that should be corrected, and physicians generally lack evidence based nutritional recommendations that are effective, and easy to implement, and this talk will help bridge that gap.
COURSE COST – $69.00