Mediterranean diet (IMAGE) Binghamton University Caption Consuming components of the Mediterranean diet is associated with lower levels of perceived stress and mental distress, according to new research from Binghamton University, State University of New York. Credit Alachua County Usage Restrictions No restrictions. License Public Domain Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.