The Mediterranean Diet in Practice: What the World's Top Nutrition Scientist Eats
Walter Willett, the world's most-cited nutrition scientist, advocates for a Mediterranean-style diet rich in plants, whole grains, and healthy fats to reduce the risk of heart disease and cancer. At 81, Willett's research has fundamentally shifted American dietary guidelines away from low-fat approaches, emphasizing the quality of fats and carbohydrates instead. His work also contributed to the removal of trans fats from the food supply. The Washington Post profiled his daily eating habits, highlighting how his personal diet aligns with his decades of research on lifestyle choices that shape chronic illness risks.
