Which "paradox" from the Seven Countries study led to an interest in the traditional Mediterranean diet?

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The paradox that led to interest in the traditional Mediterranean diet was that when comparing individuals with similar serum cholesterol levels, Mediterranean populations did not die from cardiovascular disease as frequently as Northern Europeans. This suggested that there may be other factors contributing to cardiovascular health beyond serum cholesterol levels, such as the traditional Mediterranean diet.

Which "Paradox" from the Seven Countries Study Led to an Interest