Greeks who studied the diet were 47 % less likely to develop heart disease . Study is the first to track 10-year heart disease risk in a general population . Staples of the diet include fresh fruit and vegetables , whole grains , nuts , beans , olive oil and vegetables - ' easily obtainable foods ' , the researchers note .
Greeks who followed the diet were 47 % less likely to develop heart disease . Study is the first to track 10-year heart disease risk in a general population . Staples of the diet include fresh fruit and vegetables , whole grains , nuts , beans , olive oil and fish - 'easily obtainable foods ' , the researchers note .