Another diet? NOW, what do I eat??
From Dr. Will Clower, CEO, Mediterranean Wellness

The Atlantic Diet has been making waves in the health and wellness media. This approach draws inspiration from northwest Spain and Portugal and is often referred to as the cousin of the Mediterranean diet.

That's because the two diets share far more similarities than differences. Both emphasize the cultural and social aspects of eating, encouraging meals to be enjoyed with loved ones to foster a sense of community.

Great.

When it comes to food choices, the AD also mirrors the Mediterranean approach, emphasizing fresh fish, seasonal vegetables, legumes, whole grains, and moderate wine consumption.

Double great.

We know that following the Mediterranean approach is associated with reduced chronic disease symptoms, so it's no surprise that preliminary data on AD shows similar outcomes.

So What's The Difference Then?

The main difference is that the AD allows a higher consumption of red meat, pork products, potatoes, and dairy in the form of milk. Of course, nutritionists wave red flags at the addition of red meat products associated with an increased risk of chronic disease.

But other than that ... that's the only real difference.

The Bottom Line:
Keep to the principles of healthy eating and don't be swayed by trendy particulars. For example, if you consume red meat, choose higher-quality choices with lower quantities.

Whether you include more of this or that meat, the take-home message follows the same principles of Mediterranean wellness: eat real food, do that in control, and enjoy your meals with the people you enjoy in your life.