In 2025, the Mediterranean diet once more bagged the top spot in U. S. News & World Report's annual diet rankings. This diet, often called a lifestyle, focuses on eating fruits, veggies, grains, olive oil, and nuts while limiting sweets, dairy, and meat, especially red meat. Fish, especially fatty types like sardines, are encouraged. This year, the report changed its rating system to a five-star scale, making it more personalized. Alongside the Mediterranean diet, the DASH and flexitarian diets also received high marks. The report also introduced new categories for diets targeting specific health conditions like arthritis and menopause. Medical experts advise consulting doctors before adopting any diet, especially for those with digestive issues. The report highlighted the Mediterranean diet's benefits for gut health and conditions like fatty liver disease. For irritable bowel syndrome, the low FODMAP diet got top marks. Doctors stress the importance of individualizing diets based on personal triggers and symptoms.
