Still, the eating plan isnt without its faults.

We reached out to registered dietitians to see how they felt about the Mediterranean diet once again takingU.S.

News and World Reportstop spot and how they hope the eating plan continues to evolve in the future.

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How the Mediterranean diet-focused folderol should evolve, according to registered dietitians

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Community and movement areimportant pillars in Blue Zones,two of which, are in the Mediterranean region.

We typically hear that the Med diet can be adapted to meet specific cultural needs, she says.

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I am afraid this plug and play model is narrow-minded and rather discriminatory.

Food is highly personal for people; its an illustration of their culture and identity.

We eat not solely to nourish our bodybut also our life.

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Im such a lover of fusion food, she says.

There is such a wide range of cuisine in various regions across the U.S. Theres no denying the health benefits that make the Mediterranean diet a healthy eating plan to follow for many.

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