Question 1

What was the main finding?

Accepted Answer

High adherence to the Mediterranean diet significantly reduces the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes, overweight, and adult obesity.

Question 2

Did the diet improve cholesterol levels?

Accepted Answer

The evidence regarding the diet's ability to prevent high cholesterol and high triglycerides was inconsistent and inconclusive in this specific review.

Question 3

How strong is the evidence?

Accepted Answer

The evidence is very strong, based on a massive review of 60 studies and over 1.1 million participants, with moderate to high certainty specifically for the prevention of Type 2 diabetes.

Does the Mediterranean Diet Prevent Type 2 Diabetes and Obesity? Evidence from 1.1 Million Patients