Research
Mixed
Combining the Mediterranean diet with regular physical activity yields a greater reduction in metabolic syndrome odds than either intervention alone.
For the best protection against metabolic syndrome, do not choose between diet and exercise—do both. Even if you can only start with one, adding the other later will multiply your benefits. Aim for olive oil/veggie-heavy meals and regular walking.
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the adoption of the Mediterranean diet by physically active people was associated with greater reduction in the odds of having the syndrome than diet or exercise alone
Why this rating
Based on the ATTICA study results cited.
Source
Diet, Exercise and the Metabolic Syndrome
Christos Pitsavos et al. · The Review of Diabetic Studies · 2006
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