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Study Links Mediterranean Diet to Healthier Gums

9/29/2025

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A study by King's College London and the University of Catania links the Mediterranean diet to better gum health, involving 195 participants averaging 49.
Participants following the diet had lower gum disease rates, especially among those avoiding red meat.
The diet emphasizes fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and fish; researchers call for more studies to establish causality.

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Story summary

A study by King's College London and the University of Catania links the Mediterranean diet to better gum health, involving 195 participants averaging 49.
Participants following the diet had lower gum disease rates, especially among those avoiding red meat.
The diet emphasizes fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and fish; researchers call for more studies to establish causality.