In a randomized clinical trial, lower heart disease in participants who eat a Mediterranean diet compared with participants who eat a low-fat diet was attributed to:

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The randomized clinical trial found that participants who ate a Mediterranean diet with higher intake of olive oil or mixed nuts had a lower incidence of heart disease compared to those who ate a low-fat diet. This suggests that the protective effect against heart disease is related to the Mediterranean diet's inclusion of healthy fats from olive oil and nuts.

In a Randomized Clinical Trial, Lower Heart Disease in Participants