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Mediterranean Diet and Pancreas Health

Learn how the Mediterranean diet can help clear fat from the pancreas and improve your blood sugar.

HealthStylz Editors
· 2 min read

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The short version

  • Fat in the pancreas affects blood sugar.
  • Your plate can target this hidden fat.
  • The Mediterranean diet offers a helpful way.

Based on reporting by Medical Xpress. We explain it in plain words; read the original for the full story.

Nutrition facts

Everyday foods that fit this story One normal serving of each.

Fiber per serving

  1. Olive oil1 tablespoon (13.5 g)0 g
  2. Spinach1 cup raw (30 g)0.7 g
  3. Salmon3 oz raw (85 g)0 g

Protein per serving

  1. Olive oil1 tablespoon (13.5 g)0 g
  2. Spinach1 cup raw (30 g)0.9 g
  3. Salmon3 oz raw (85 g)17.4 g

Calories per serving

  1. Olive oil1 tablespoon (13.5 g)119.3 cal
  2. Spinach1 cup raw (30 g)6.9 cal
  3. Salmon3 oz raw (85 g)176.8 cal

Source: USDA FoodData Central.

Hello, friends. Taking care of your health is a journey, and we are here to support you every step of the way. Today we are looking at a helpful update about food and health.

What's new

Fat that builds up in the pancreas is one of the lesser-known risk factors for diabetes and metabolic syndrome. The good news is that it turns out it can be targeted directly through what is on the plate.

What it means for you

The Mediterranean diet can help clear fat from the pancreas and improve blood-sugar control. This gives you a gentle way to care for your body using everyday foods.

One small thing to try

Add more fresh vegetables and healthy oils to your next meal.

Browse whole-food fiber and protein numbers from USDA data in our Foods and Drinks Guide, and test everyday meal swaps in our Calorie Deficit and Food Swap Planner.

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