By Dennis Thompson HealthDay ReporterTUESDAY, Aug. 26, 2025 (HealthDay News) — A Mediterranean-style diet can significantly decrease risk of type 2 diabetes in people who are overweight or obese, a new study says.

Using the Mediterranean diet, exercise and nutritional support, severely overweight people stopped their progression to type 2 diabetes, a large, new study found.

The Mediterranean diet is also deemed a healthy choice for those looking to reduce their risk of coronary artery disease or other forms of heart disease. The diet has also been linked to maintaining a healthy body weight, improving the gut biome, lowering risk of certain cancers and other health benefits.