A dietitian shares 4 snacks from the longevity-boosting Atlantic diet to help you cut back on processed foods

Fri, 07/12/2024 - 09:35

A white plate featuring a row of crackers topped with tuna salad. — The Atlantic diet is a flexible way to eat healthy, and includes foods like seafood, carbohydrates like whole grains, and dairy.
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The Atlantic diet has similar health benefits as the Mediterranean diet but with more options.
A dietitian said it offers a flexible options for eating healthy, including dairy and carbs.
Try dietitian-approved, high-protein snacks like bean dip, Greek yogurt, and tuna on crackers.

The Atlantic diet, based on traditional eating habits in regions of Spain and Portugal, could help you switch up your snacking habits for a longer, healthier life, according to a dietitian. Recent research has linked the diet to a lower risk of chronic illness and potentially a longer life.