Study Identifies Diet That Could Lower Risk Of Death In US Women To 23%

The researchers explain that the reduced mortality benefits are due to changes in biomarkers of metabolism, inflammation, and insulin resistance associated with the Mediterranean diet. (Credit: Image by kamranAydinov on Freepik)

A well-balanced diet is known to help with longevity. Researchers have now identified a specific diet pattern that could help lower the risk of death in women.

According to a study conducted by researchers at the Brigham and Women's Hospital, U.S. women with greater adherence to the Mediterranean diet had up to 23% reduced risk of all-cause mortality, including reduced risks of death from cancer and cardiovascular diseases.