New Delhi, March 16 -- A Mediterranean diet is about consuming fruits, vegetables, legumes, poultry and fish, and a limited intake of processed foods. It is considered to be one of the most well-rounded and nutritious diets that can help to promote your health by keeping heart diseases at bay and keeping cholesterol levels in check.

However, while the diet is known for weight loss, you might actually end up putting on weight as there are no exact rules about the eating style. Additionally, it can also lead to some stomach problems, especially if you have digestive diseases such as celiac disease. Health Shots got in touch with dietitian Garima Goyal, to understand what is Mediterranean diet and its likely health risks.

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