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Perfect if diet all evens out (5)

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I believe the answer is:

ideal

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'perfect' is the definition.
(similar in meaning)

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(Other definitions for ideal that I've seen before include "Model of excellence (5)." , "faultless" , "Model of perfection" , "Model of ethical behaviour" , "Dream" .)

I've seen this clue in The Independent.
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