The Inuit people of the Arctic Circle, also known as Eskimos, have a unique diet that is well-adapted to their harsh environment. This diet is characterized by the consumption of high levels of protein and fat from marine mammals and fish, as well as some plant-based foods. Other words to describe this type of diet include the traditional Inuit diet, the Eskimo diet, and the Arctic diet. Some also refer to it as a hunter-gatherer diet, as it relies on hunting and fishing for sustenance. Despite being high in fat, this diet has been shown to have health benefits for the Inuit, such as reducing the risk of heart disease.