The surprising health benefit of a Mediterranean diet besides weight loss

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"It is well known that the Mediterranean diet is full of fresh fruit, vegetables, nuts and oily fish which can help avoid obesity - but researchers now say it can also boost your gum health. People in the UK who avoid a diet of sausages, pastries and biscuits and instead follow a Mediterranean-style diet are more likely to have better mouth health, with potentially lower amounts of gum disease and inflammation."

"That's according to a study by King's College London, which evaluated 200 hospital patients by looking at their dental exams, blood samples, and asking them about their diets through questionnaires. Our research shows the potential effect that a nutrient-dense, plant-rich diet could play in improving the nation's gum health, Dr Luigi Nibali, lead author and a professor of periodontology from the university, said."

The Independent covers reproductive rights, climate change and Big Tech, sending journalists to report on developing stories and producing documentaries like 'The A Word' about American women fighting for reproductive rights. The outlet accepts donations to fund on-the-ground reporting, avoids paywalls and aims to make journalism widely accessible. Researchers at King's College London evaluated 200 hospital patients using dental exams, blood samples and diet questionnaires. The study found that a nutrient-dense, plant-rich Mediterranean-style diet correlated with better mouth health and lower gum inflammation. Lower plant intake and higher red meat consumption were associated with more severe gum disease. The NHS attributes gum disease to plaque buildup.

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