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Health Benefits of a Mediterranean Food Diet

For generations upon generations, inhabitants of the Mediterranean region have subsisted on a diet full of fresh, whole foods such as fish, vegetables, fruits, olives and olive oil. Over the past several decades, scientific research has discovered that the diet eaten simply as a matter of course in this part of the world has profound health benefits. The Mediterranean diet and lifestyle results in a long lifespans and a virtual absence of chronic illness. Pita Jungle offers a complete menu designed to take advantage of the healthy eating benefits of the Mediterranean diet.

Benefits of Mediterranean Food

So what exactly makes a Mediterranean diet so good for you? In short: whole foods.

Whole foods

A diet made up of fresh fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, legumes and whole grains is nutritionally dense and delivers lots of micro nutrients, antioxidants, vitamins and minerals. Experts agree that these nutrients are key to preventing a whole host of chronic illnesses such as cancer, heart disease and even Alzheimer’s.

Monounsaturated fats

The Mediterranean diet also contains a significant amount of monounsaturated fat. These good-for-you fats are found in avocados, fish, and canola and olive oils and are beneficial for their disease-fighting and anti-inflammatory properties. Studies have shown time and time again that a diet high in these healthy fats but low in saturated fat can reduce the risk of heart disease and cancer.

Fiber

When eating a diet rich in healthy plant foods, your diet is bound to contain plenty of fiber, which slows down digestion, helping to regulate blood sugar levels and decrease insulin resistance (which can lead to obesity and type 2 diabetes). High-fiber diets have also been shown to reduce the risk of colon cancer.
 

Visit a Pita Jungle near you

At Pita Jungle, our menu is full of fresh, organic, healthy eating options. Come enjoy the delicious and healthy benefits of the Mediterranean diet at its finest! Discover all our healthy menu items and find a location near you.