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Source: Journal of the American Medical Association
Summary:
A European study followed people 70-90 years old for all cause and specific cause mortality
Mediterranean diet, moderate alcohol use, physical activity, and nonsmoking were all associated with reduced risk of death from heart disease and cancer
The same factors were associated with reduced risk of all-cause mortality.
Conclusion: Adherence to a Mediterranean diet and other healthy lifestyle habits is associated with over 50% lower rate of mortality in individuals 70-90.
Note: Mediterranean diet emphasizes whole grains, fruit, vegetables, nuts, olive oil
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