'I lost half a stone in a week on the Mediterranean diet - one food won me over'
manchestereveningnews.co.ukFor years, the Mediterranean diet has been named by people looking for a healthier lifestyle. It's currently causing a stir on social media too - amid claims it can help people lose weight and fight off the threat of diabetes.
As a diet, it isn't too restrictive. Fish, poultry, dairy and eggs are all on the menu - with appropriate moderation - while red meat can be eaten occasionally.
But as it is based on the cuisines of the mid-20th century Mediterranean nations, the diet includes a lot more vegetables, fruit, beans, nuts, whole grains and healthy fats such as olive oils.
It should mean that diners eat less refined sugar than is often included in the typical British diet. With a curiosity to see how his health could benefit, Wales Online reporter Matt Jackson decided to take on the Mediterranean diet. READ MORE: 'Manchester Airport big breakfast was the fuel we needed for four-hour flight, but there was one shock' Having written stories discussing the benefits of a Mediterranean diet, I was curious to see how it would impact my own body.
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