Mediterranean Diet

Ultimately, we need to acknowledge that in the places around the world where diets are the healthiest, such as the Blue Zones, it’s not because doctors are giving good counseling – it’s because good food is the prevailing norm - Dr. David L Katz

Mediterranean Diet
Mediterranean Diet

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The Mediterranean Diet Manifesto

There are numerous diets out there to choose. Some good, some not so good. Some are man-made and some have been traditionally followed for years. One of those diets that has stood the test of time, has been followed by real people and has the research to support it, is the Mediterranean diet. A non-restricting diet associated with numerous health benefits. And while it is a specific way of eating, it is also a way of living.

The problem is how do you follow a Mediterranean diet? What is the Mediterranean diet? Most likely you may have read that it is not a specific diet or from a specific country. Guidelines given often have nothing to do with the diet. Articles have suggested eating…

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 The Mediterranean Diet Manifesto

There are numerous diets out there to choose. Some good, some not so good. Some are man-made and some have been traditionally followed for years. One of those diets that has stood the test of time, has been followed by real people and has the research to support it, is the Mediterranean diet.

10 Things to Know About the Mediterranean Diet

At this point, you probably already know that the Mediterranean diet is good for your health. Research proves over and over again that people who put an emphasis on produce, fish, whole grains, and healthy fats not only weigh less, but also have a decreased risk for heart disease, depression, and dementia. So what are you waiting for?

Diabetic Mediterranean Diet

The traditional Mediterranean diet is associated with lower rates of those illnesses, along with increased lifespan. So a combination “diabetic” and “Mediterranean” diet seems like a great idea.

Mediterranean Book

Healthy eating and delicious foods = low effort lifestyle changes.

Mediterranean Diet

Original Mediterranean Diet and Lifestyle.

Mediterranean Diet Roundtable

The Mediterranean Diet Roundtable is an exclusive networking concept, focused on creating business opportunities between the U.S. and the Mediterranean.

Mediterranean Food Blogs

There are thousands of wonderful Mediterranean food blogs; this is a list of some I particularly enjoy reading. If readers think other Mediterranean food blogs should be on the list, I’d love to hear about them.

MediterrAsian

MediterrAsian.com shows you why traditional Mediterranean and Asian eating and lifestyle practices are so health-giving, and provides you with practical advice and recipes to help you follow a similar way of living.

The California Mediterranean Diet

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The Mediterranean Dish

When you think Mediterranean, tasty foods from places like Italy and Greece come to mind. But the coastline of the Mediterranean Sea extends far beyond. The Mediterranean Dish is a personal food blog dedicated to celebrating flavors of the Mediterranean from Europe to North Africa and the Eastern Mediterranean (The Holy Land). I am not completely familiar with every Mediterranean recipe, but I am so excited to go on this journey. I hope you’re up for it as well!

The Pioppi Protocol

For decades, our medical culture and resources have been misdirected towards treating the symptoms of disease and not directly tackling the root causes. The Pioppi Diet combines and layers multiple health positive lifestyle choices – of which food is but one – to fire up your body’s feel-good factor.

Lemon & Olives

We're Kenton and Jane and we're documenting our exploration into Greek Mediterranean cuisine, culture, and Greek inspired dishes. We hope you enjoy these recipes and cultural tidbits!

Oldways

This Oldways program helps people discover Mediterranean foods and flavors, and helps food companies build their brands around the remarkably healthy Mediterranean Diet.

Olive Tomato

The Real Mediterranean Diet, Food and more... from Greek-American Nutritionist Elena Paravantes.

MedlinePlus

The Mediterranean-style diet has fewer meats and carbohydrates than a typical American diet. It also has more plant-based foods and monounsaturated (good) fat. People who live in Italy, Spain, and other countries in the Mediterranean region have eaten this way for centuries. Following the Mediterranean diet may lead to more stable blood sugar, lower cholesterol and triglycerides, and a lower risk of heart disease and other health problems.

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