Background
weight loss diet, cardiometabolic
Edited by: Luiz Felipe Barella, Kallyope, United StatesReviewed by: Devin Wahl, Colorado State University, United States; Maria Pini, Alira Health, United States; Roberta Giordano, University of Turin, Italy†These authors have contributed equally to this work and share first authorshipFasting morning cortisol (FMC) stress hormone levels, are suggested to reflect increased cardiometabolic risk. Acute response to weight loss diet could elevate FMC. Richer Polyphenols and lower carbohydrates diets could favor FMC levels. We aimed to explore the effect of long-term high polyphenol Mediterranean diet (green-MED) on FMC and its relation to metabolic health.