"The Atlantic Diet: A Mediterranean Cousin for Lowering Heart Disease and Diabetes Risk"

The Atlantic diet, based on the traditional foods of northwest Spain and northern Portugal, consists of fresh fish, meat, dairy, legumes, vegetables, fruits, whole grains, nuts, and moderate wine consumption. Studies have shown that following this diet may lower the risk of developing metabolic syndrome, which increases the risk of heart disease, stroke, and diabetes. The diet emphasizes home-cooked, family-style meals eaten in a social setting, similar to the Mediterranean diet, and is associated with various health benefits.