What Exactly is the Mediterranean Diet?
What is the Mediterranean Diet? The Mediterranean diet is not a “diet” per se. It is a mix of the traditional eating habits of people living in Spain, Italy, France, Greece and the Middle East. How to Start the Mediterranean Diet? Eat natural, unprocessed foods like fruits, vegetables, whole grains and nuts. Make olive oil your primary source of dietary fat Reduce the consumption of red meat (Monthly) Eat low to moderate amounts of fish (Weekly) Drink a moderate amount of … Read More...
Heart Disease
In 1990, UNESCO declared the Mediterranean diet to be part of the intangible cultural history of Spain, Greece, Italy, and Morocco. This diet includes olive oil as the principal source of fat, low consumption of meat and meat products, moderate consumption of poultry, dairy products and wine, and high consumption of fruits, vegetables, fish, unrefined cereals, and legumes. According to the American Heart Association (AHA), the caloric intake of a heart-healthy diet should include no more than … [Read More...]
Type 2 Diabetes
If you have diabetes or are pre-diabetic, a diabetic eating plan is very important to maintain a healthy life. Your daily meal plan can help you control your blood glucose levels. The recommended diet plan below is nutrient rich and low in fat and calories. A common eating mistake many diabetics make is skipping meals then overeating. To maintain a regular flow of food and liquid through your system, it’s better to have many small meals and drink juice and water in small quantities over the … [Read More...]
Lower Cholesterol
People whith high cholesterol levels should consider a cholesterol lowering diet instead of a "low cholesterol" diet. This is true because there is more evidence that dietary cholesterol has a lower incidence on the total blood cholesterol level, it's a balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle that will help you control your blood cholesterol. The Mediterranean diet is not a "diet" per se....with this term we identify the traditional eating patterns of people living in countries bordered by the … [Read More...]
