This type of diet depends on eating the food that people around the Mediterranean eat, while following these rules:

• Focus on eating the following food in abundance: vegetables, fruits, whole grains, seafood, olive oil, legumes, seeds, and nuts.
• Eat these food items in moderation: poultry meat, milk and dairy products, and eggs.
• Eat red meat in very small quantities.

The Mediterranean diet is a permanent diet for some, but like other diets, it has its pros and cons.

Pros of the Mediterranean diet:

The Mediterranean diet helps to lose weight, reduce the chances of infection and many diseases, especially heart diseases.

Cons of the Mediterranean diet:

This type of diet is not originally designed for the purpose of losing weight but rather for a healthier lifestyle, so it may not lead to much weight loss.