The Mediterranean diet has long been considered to be one of the world's healthiest dietary patterns for its benefits on cardiovascular and heart health. It is the combination of the traditional cooking styles of the countries surrounding the Mediterranean Sea from Spain to the Middle East and it is influenced by the cultural, historical, social, and environmental aspects of the Mediterranean region. In this episode, we'll be taking a closer look at the health benefits of the Mediterranean Diet, the research that supports these health benefits, and how we can adopt a Mediterranean style diet into our daily lives.