A new study published in the International Journal of Medicine further reinforces the long-understood and significant benefits of a Mediterranean diet for cardiovascular health. This latest robust evidence from a long-term study, which followed over 10,000 participants, consistently found that those who adhered to a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and healthy fats had a 30% lower risk of heart attack and stroke. The diet, long celebrated for its health advantages, emphasizes olive oil, nuts, and fish while limiting red meat and processed foods. Researchers confidently assert the anti-inflammatory properties of these foods play a crucial role in protecting the heart, a conclusion supported by extensive prior research. "This isn't just a diet; it's a lifestyle," said the study's lead author. "Making these simple changes can have a profound impact on long-term health," a timeless truth in nutritional science.