A traditional Mediterranean diet with added olive oil may be tied to a lower risk of heart disease, in part because it helps maintain healthy blood flow and clear debris from arteries. “For people who are interested in reducing their risk of heart disease, the Mediterranean diet is probably the best proven diet to reduce risk,” said Dr. Daniel Rader of the University of Pennsylvania. “I think the majority of people who don’t have other major dietary concerns should look toward the Mediterranean diet as a heart healthy diet.” Will you jump on this trend?