Google data reveals the five most popular diets in Massachusetts

CHICOPEE, Mass. (WWLP) – A recent study conducted by a health and wellness website fitness brand announced the top five most searched diets in Massachusetts.

The study, which analyzed Google search data, aimed to identify the most Googled meals in all 50 states.

Here are the top five eating habits in Massachusetts:

• Mediterranean diet: Topping the list is the Mediterranean diet, which attracts an average of 14,500 searches per month. Inspired by the cuisine of Mediterranean countries such as Spain, France, and Greece, this diet focuses on foods such as fish, poultry, extra virgin olive oil, whole grains, and seasonal fruits and vegetables.
• Intermittent fasting: A close second is intermittent fasting, with an average of 12,017 searches per month. This diet involves cycles of eating and fasting, with approaches ranging from alternate-day fasting to time-restricted eating windows.
• Keto diet: In third place is the keto diet, which attracts an average of 7,883 searches per month. Characterized by a high fat, low carbohydrate intake, the keto diet includes foods such as animal or plant protein, dairy products, and non-starchy vegetables.
• Dash diet: In fourth place is Dash Diet, with an average of 3,175 searches per month. This dietary approach aims to lower high blood pressure by promoting intake of fruits, vegetables, low-fat dairy products, and lean protein.
• Low FODMAP diet: Rounding out the top five is the low FODMAP diet, with an average of 2,317 searches per month. This diet focuses on eliminating certain fermentable carbohydrates to reduce symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome.

Nationally, the top five most searched diets in the United States are the Mediterranean Diet, Intermittent Fasting Diet, Keto Diet, Dash Diet, and Paleo Diet.