Can the Mediterranean Diet reduce fat in the pancreas?

Yes—an 18-month study found that a green Mediterranean Diet helped reduce pancreas fat, alongside better blood-sugar control. The findings came from DIRECT-PLUS, a diet study involving about 300 people. It tested a green version of the Mediterranean Diet. Researchers used detailed scans to track fat inside the pancreas. This organ helps control blood sugar by making insulin. The study took place at a research center in Dimona, Israel. Supervised lunches helped researchers keep close track of eating habits. Everyone received a free gym membership and began exercising regularly. After 18 months, 89% of people remained in the study. That strong support matters when comparing these results with everyday routines. Less pancreas fat was linked to better blood-sugar control. People's bodies also became better at using insulin. The link remained after researchers accounted for changes in Weight and Visceral Fat, the fat deep inside the belly. This suggests the benefits were not just about losing pounds. The report also highlighted Mankai, a water-grown plant, as a possible contributor. Refined grain foods were linked to slower clearing of pancreas fat. However, the supplied report gives no exact size for these changes. It also does not show how much each food contributed. For BioSocial members, food quality may matter beyond the scale. Meal notes alongside Fasting Blood Glucose could help members compare their own trends over time. Those numbers cannot reveal pancreas fat, but they can add context. Sharing exercise changes and how consistently a routine fits daily life makes comparisons more useful. What changes have you noticed in your blood-sugar numbers while following this eating pattern?