A recently conducted study, the results of which have been published in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism, suggests that the olive oil-rich Mediterranean diet may produce even more health benefits than were previously suspected. Much has been written regarding the various health aspects of the Mediterranean diet and it has gained in popularity […]
Mediterranean Diet May Improve Bone Health
By the Authors of The Mediterranean Diet eBook
Filed Under: Healthy Eating Ideas, Meal Plan IdeasCan the Mediterranean Diet Help With Weight Loss ?
By the Authors of The Mediterranean Diet eBook
The Mediterranean Diet can help with weight loss even though it is rich in calories, high in carbohydrates, and 35 to 40% of those calories come from fats. First, we must understand that the Mediterranean Diet is not really a diet as we usually think of them. It is more of a way of life. […]
How Much Fat Can We Have in Our Diets ?
By the Authors of The Mediterranean Diet eBook
On average westerns consume 35-40 % of total calories from fat. Though fat is not the enemy, Westerners still need to monitor their consumption. There are animal-based fats and plant-based fats. Saturated fats and trans fats are mostly found in processed foods and animal foods (meat, cheese, dairy, cream, butter and some plants like palm […]
Filed Under: Cancer Prevention, Cholesterol Lowering, Healthy Eating Ideas, Heart HealthAre Plant Proteins the Same as Animal Proteins?
By the Authors of The Mediterranean Diet eBook
A Grave Misconception: Protein is Meat and Meat is Protein An incredible researcher by the name of Ancel Keys (Which is considered the father of the Mediterranean diet) discovered something fascinating; the poor, lower class people of southern Italy were much healthier overall when compared to the upper-class, wealthy Italians. You see, my family hails […]
The Truth About Calories And Weight Loss
By the Authors of The Mediterranean Diet eBook
I’m a big fan of the Dr. Campbell’s China Study where they compared the calories intake of Chinese and Americans. The study found that even though the average Chinese consume 30 % more calories than the average American, they still weigh an average of 20 % less. How is that Chinese people can consume 30 […]
Filed Under: Fad Diets, Healthy Eating Ideas, Weight Loss TipsNice Pic Nic Food Ideas
By the Authors of The Mediterranean Diet eBook
There is nothing like going on a picnic on a hot summer day with family and friends. There are plenty of healthy food choices to satisfy an appetite and not ruin a diet when eating out on a picnic. A few food ideas to pack for a picnic include: 1) Making healthy sandwiches is a […]
Filed Under: Healthy Eating Ideas, Mediterranean FoodTop Foods to Eat for Summer
By the Authors of The Mediterranean Diet eBook
In the summer, when bare skin is in, we take the time to protect it by keeping hydrated and using sunscreen. Summer is also the best time of year for fresh foods that promote healthy skin from the inside. The foods that work best are those that are high in vitamins A, C, E, beta […]
Filed Under: Anti-inflammatory, Beauty Tips, Cancer Prevention, Healthy Eating Ideas, Mediterranean FoodDietary Fat: Friend or Foe ?
By the Authors of The Mediterranean Diet eBook
If you’re like most western people, you’re carrying around more body fat than you or your doctor would like. Excess body fat is dangerous – it elevates your risk of high cholesterol, diabetes, stroke, heart disease, cancer and even death. You may think you can reduce your body fat by cutting down on dietary fat, […]
Filed Under: Cholesterol Lowering, Healthy Eating Ideas, Heart Health, Weight Loss TipsDo Carbohydrates Really Make You Fat?
By the Authors of The Mediterranean Diet eBook
Carbohydrates can be found in grains, fruits and vegetables. Our bodies need carbohydrates because they are an important source of energy; however, it is essential to obtain them from healthy sources. Bad carbohydrates mainly come from refined sugar and flour which can be found in soft drinks, white bread, pastries, cookies, potato chips and packaged […]
Filed Under: Glycemic Index, Healthy Eating Ideas, Weight Loss TipsProbiotics or Prebiotics?
By the Authors of The Mediterranean Diet eBook
Are you confused by the difference between probiotics and prebiotics? While both contribute to a healthy colon, these substances differ from each other and serve different functions in the intestinal tract. What are Probiotics and Prebiotics? A prebiotic is a special type of not soluble fiber found in many fruits and vegetables that is used […]
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