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Specialty Diets: Keto Is Overpriced - Mediterranean Wins Budget

According to a 2025 USDA survey, a Mediterranean-style diet costs $32 less per month than a keto diet. The savings arise from reduced use of high-cost protein substitutes and processed fats. Despite the lower cost, the Mediterranean plan continues to meet established cardiovascular risk reduction guidelines, delivering comparable LDL-lowering and anti-inflammatory effects to keto. For teams evaluating nutrition budgets, the Mediterranean option offers a measurable cost advantage without compromising key health outcomes.

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