The field of nutrition and chronic disease management has long been intrigued by the Mediterranean diet's potential health benefits and its role in disease prevention. Globally, chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and obesity continue to burden healthcare systems, prompting the investigation of modifiable lifestyle factors. The Mediterranean diet, characterized by high consumption of fruits, vegetables, olive oil, and lean proteins, is celebrated for its cardiovascular and metabolic benefits. Coupled with the growing recognition of sleep as a crucial health determinant, examining how these lifestyle factors interact opens new avenues for chronic disease prevention. Previous research highlights associations between the Mediterranean diet and improved health markers, yet the interplay between diet, sleep, and biomarkers remains insufficiently explored.

This Research Topic aims to explore the epidemiological associations between adherence to the Mediterranean diet and the risk of chronic diseases, investigating sleep quality and duration as a potent factor influencing disease outcomes. Central to this exploration is the identification and evaluation of key biomarkers that mediate the relationships between dietary patterns, sleep quality, and health outcomes. By addressing these interactions, the research endeavours to answer pertinent questions, such as whether high adherence to the Mediterranean diet correlates with better sleep quality and reduced disease risk and the specific biomarkers that elucidate these mediatory pathways.

To gather further insights in the intricate relationships between diet, sleep, and chronic diseases, we welcome articles addressing, but not limited to, the following themes:

o Epidemiological studies on Mediterranean dietary patterns and chronic disease risk.

o Examination of sleep duration/quality in relation to dietary patterns and disease outcomes.

o Role of inflammatory markers, lipid profiles, and glycemic control as biomarkers in the diet-sleep-health nexus.

o Interventional studies targeting lifestyle modifications to mitigate chronic disease risk.

o Comprehensive reviews on current knowledge gaps and public health recommendations.

We encourage submission of articles in the following types: Original Research, Review, Systematic Review, and Meta-analysis.

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Dietary Patterns, Biomarkers, and Health Outcomes: An Epidemiological Perspective on the Mediterranean Diet, Sleep, and Chronic Disease