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    Fit Food

    Mar 19, 2020 0 minutes
    WORDS: Mary Comber

    Cook well, stay young

    Add some sunshine to your plate this, scientists discovered that people who ate a Mediterranean diet for a year, saw beneficial changes to their gut microbiome with an increase in bacteria associated with healthy ageing, reduced inflammation and improved cognitive function. The changes were mainly due to an increase in fibre, vitamins and minerals, including vitamin C, B6, potassium, iron and magnesium. To follow a Med-style diet, stock your kitchen with fruits, vegetables, nuts, legumes (such as beans and lentils), olive oil and fish. Aim to make fresh veg and wholegrains the main focus of your meals, keeping meat and saturated fats to a more occasional treat.

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