Introduction The Mediterranean diet is widely celebrated for its numerous health benefits, including reduced riskof chronic diseases, improved cardiovascular health, and enhanced longevity. Rooted in thetraditional eating habits of countries bordering the Mediterranean Sea, this diet emphasizes a highconsumption of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, nuts, and olive oil,...

Onion The term cipolla originates from the Latin cepulla, a diminutive of capea, from the root (kap) which also leads to the verb capere, meaning “to take.” This etymology underscores the importance and earliness of harvesting this vegetable. In Puglia, particularly noteworthy are the Red Onion of Acquaviva delle...