By Dr. Liji Thomas, MD Reviewed by Lauren Hardaker Sep 18 2025 New research connects the Mediterranean way of eating with healthier gums and lower inflammation, adding oral health to the diet’s growing list of benefits. Study: Relationship between Mediterranean diet and periodontal inflammation in a UK population: A cross-sectional study . Image credit: monticello/Shutterstock.com A balanced diet is key to periodontal health. A recent paper in the Journal of Periodontology explored how gum