Researchers have developed a new version of the Mediterranean diet that includes meat to cater to Western tastes and also deliver health benefits. A typical Mediterranean diet includes extra virgin olive oil, fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, legumes, wholegrain breads, pastas and cereals, a moderate amount of fish and red wine, and low consumption of red meat, sweets and processed foods.

The new version of the Mediterranean diet includes 2-3 serves (250g) of fresh lean pork each week. The findings published in the journal Nutrients showed that the Mediterranean-Pork (Med-Pork) diet delivers cognitive benefits.