Supports Healthy Weight & Metabolic Wellness
Reviews of the Mediterranean Diet consistently show that this dietary pattern—with Extra‑Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO) as its primary fat source—can support weight loss and improve metabolic health. These benefits come from the overall dietary pattern, not olive oil alone, emphasizing a balanced approach to nutrition.
People with obesity face an increased risk of hypertension, dyslipidemia, type 2 diabetes, and cardiovascular disease. This makes effective nutritional strategies essential. The Mediterranean Diet (MD) has emerged as one of the most valuable and scientifically supported interventions to address obesity and related disorders.
The MD is characterized by:
High intake of vegetables, fruits, nuts, cereals, whole grains, and extra‑virgin olive oil
Moderate consumption of fish and poultry
Low intake of sweets, red meat, and dairy products
Research shows the MD is among the healthiest dietary patterns for managing obesity and reducing the risk of non‑communicable diseases—including cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes. Source: Mediterranean Diet and Obesity-related Disorders: What is the Evidence?
Muscogiuri, G., Verde, L., Sulu, C. et al. Curr Obes Rep 11, 287–304 (2022). DOI 10.1007/s13679-022-00481-1
