“…Southern European countries on the coast of the Mediterranean Sea advise their populations to consume the Mediterranean diet, which is rich in extra virgin olive oil, fish, fruit, nuts, vegetables and legumes [ 21 ]. Additionally, the Nordic diet recommends the frequent consumption of fruit, berries, vegetables, legumes, potatoes, whole grains, nuts, seeds, rye breads, fish, seafood, low-fat dairy, herbs, spices, and rapeseed (canola) oil [ 22 ]. Both of these dietary models help to prevent high blood pressure, lower cholesterol levels and obesity-associated low-grade chronic inflammation, and reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes mellitus.…”