Study: Mediterranean diet reduces heart disease risk in women by 24%.

A new study suggests that following a Mediterranean diet, which emphasizes fresh fruits and vegetables, fish, legumes, nuts, and whole grains, may help reduce the risk of heart disease in women. The study found that the diet was associated with a 24% lower risk of cardiovascular disease in women and a 23% lower risk of total mortality. This is the first time the association between the diet and heart disease has been studied specifically in women. The American Heart Association advises women to be aware of the different and often more subtle symptoms of heart attacks and to adopt healthy lifestyle habits to reduce the risk.