It is likely the combination of healthy foods that matters most, rather than any single standout food.
What part or parts of the Mediterranean diet that may explain its many health benefits is not fully understood. It is likely the combination of healthy foods that matters most, rather than any single standout food. And it is not just about the foods eaten in the diet that explain the benefits – it is also the foods that are displaced that you are eating less of such as sugary foods and highly processed foods.