Mayo Clinic Improves the Mediterranean Diet for Everyday Americans

The New Heart Healthy Meal Plan Expands on the #1 Diet and Features Additional "Superfoods" to Boost Cardio Health and Assist in Weight Loss

ROCHESTER, Minn. , Feb. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Mayo Clinic Diet, a science-driven weight management program rooted in Mayo Clinic's healthcare expertise and one of the top-ranked diets of 2025 according to U.S. News & World Report, is proud to announce the launch of its heart-healthy Superfoods Meal Plan, a new addition to its digital weight-loss program. Based on updated guidelines from Mayo Clinic cardiologists and dietitians, this new 12-week plan is designed to promote heart health and sustainable weight loss, aligning with American Heart Month this February.

Expanding on the Mediterranean Diet, the Superfoods Meal Plan incorporates cardio-protective ingredients into delicious, nutrient-dense recipes that are anti-inflammatory and DASH-aligned, making it an excellent choice for individuals managing hypertension, high cholesterol, or heart disease.

"Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the U.S., and obesity is often the 'on-ramp' to heart disease. A heart-healthy diet is one of the most effective ways to address these challenges," said Dr. Francisco Lopez-Jimenez, Chair of Preventative Cardiology at Mayo Clinic. "Our Superfoods Meal Plan provides members with an easy-to-follow, science-backed strategy to improve heart health and even reverse heart disease while reducing obesity."

Key features of the Superfoods Meal Plan include:

• An Improved Version of the Mediterranean Diet: Incorporating abundant unprocessed "superfoods" including cardio-protective ingredients like cocoa, chili, oats, leafy greens, and legumes.
  
  
• 90+ Heart-Healthy Recipes: Inspiring new ways to enjoy foods that have additional cardio-protective benefits, while cutting back on highly processed foods that can damage the heart.
  
  
• Exclusive 12-Week Meal Plan: Designed to deliver lasting results and provide extra support for individuals working to improve heart health and control their weight.

"While the Mediterranean Diet is popular, our Superfoods Meal Plan takes it a step further by including ingredients clinically proven to enhance heart health," said Dr. Kyla Lara-Breitinger, a Mayo Clinic Cardiologist. "This plan offers a practical and enjoyable way for Americans to prioritize their heart health and manage their weight."

The new Superfoods Meal Plan is available exclusively to members of the Mayo Clinic Diet. Members will also have access to the Mayo Clinic Diet for Heart Health program, a 24-week comprehensive program that pairs the meal plan with educational resources, interactive tools, and expert support.

"We're thrilled to launch this program during American Heart Month," said Dr. Lopez-Jimenez. "Eating well can have an immediate positive effect on heart health, and we want to empower Americans to take charge of their wellness."

For more information about the Mayo Clinic Diet and the Superfoods Meal Plan, visit diet.mayoclinic.org/myheart

About Mayo Clinic:

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About Digital Wellness

For over 15 years, the accredited professional healthcare experts at Digital Wellness have delivered exceptional outcomes to both consumers and enterprise, establishing Digital Wellness as one of the most published, respected and empowering health platforms in the world. Founded by Scott Penn and reinforced by collaborations with the Mayo Clinic and other quality institutions, Digital Wellness has a strong history of investing in health and wellness research and innovations.

In addition to powering the Mayo Clinic Diet, Digital Wellness works with pharmaceutical companies, corporations, and the government to provide chronic disease management programs.

About Mayo Clinic Diet

The Mayo Clinic Diet is the only weight loss program that features a comprehensive, whole-health menu program developed and approved by Mayo Clinic. It features flexible meal plans that fit into any lifestyle as well as easy-to-prepare recipes. The New Mayo Clinic Diet has been designed to help participants make lasting, meaningful changes to their behavior so they can lead a healthier life.

For more information, visit https://diet.mayoclinic.org/us

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