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Eating a Mediterranean diet could prevent illness.

THERE’S mounting evidence to suggest that a diet full of fresh fruit, vegetables, fish, beans, wholegrains, nuts and olive oil — all key characteristics of Mediterranean cuisine — could make a significant difference in reducing the risk of illnesses like heart disease, cancer, diabetes and dementia.

So rather than waiting until health problems arise and then seeking medicines, Irish people need to be encouraged to prevent illness more, with eating well being a key component.