Omega 3 Omega 6 And The Mediterranean Diet.
Gain Years On The Mediterranean Diet
And now some details: the study analysed the lifestyle of men and women aged 55 to 69 from different countries and it showed that if there are four things that would add up to 15 years for women and eight years for men:
1. The Mediterranean Diet
2. Regular Exercise
3. Not Smoking
4. Keeping a Steady Weight (BMI 18.5-25)
The Mediterranean Diet
We’ve heard it one too many times before, “you are what you eat.” But for some reason, still, a majority of us are trapped in an unhealthy and fatty diet.
The Mediterranean diet has always been very famous for its health and physical benefits. And the recent publication of the University of Maastricht’s research in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition has made it more popular.
Basically, the Mediterranean diet is about avoiding processed foods and eating fresh foods. Well, that’s a good starting point anyway. If you are a Mediterranean diet newbie, here are six reminders to help you keep up with the
Mediterranean diet
1. Eat plant-based foods (fruits, vegetables, legumes, nuts, etc.)
2. Replace normal oil/butter/margarine with olive oil for cooking
3. Use herbs, spices or extra virgin olive oil to add flavour to food
4. Avoid red meat (or use it in moderation)
5. Add fish and poultry (no skin) to your diet (at least twice a week)
6. Drink a glass of red wine once a day (optional)
Mediterranean Diet Recipes
When you start looking for Mediterranean diet recipes, you would really be surprised as to how enticing these are. They aren’t the typical “diet foods” where it has no taste and you are limited to certain portions or calories.
Of course, the basic rules of dieting still apply with the Mediterranean diet: avoid processed or fast foods, keep meals in small, frequent portions and avoid fatty foods.
For Mediterranean diet recipes, the first rule you really have to remember is to keep things fresh. Pick the freshest ingredients and make sure you stick with extra virgin olive oil – this is a key ingredient.
Olive oil is known to have good effects on helping in controlling and lowering cholesterol. It is helpful in preventing any heart disease too.
It is also recommended to add poultry (in moderation) to your meals and cheeses. Studies have shown that you should eat a maximum of seven eggs a week since it is a good source of nutrients. However, you don’t have to eat that many either.
Now, if you’re big on desserts (like me), don’t worry, you can still keep your favourite part of the meal. Just be sure to stick with fresh fruits or salads mostly. A good idea is to slice up some fresh fruits and top it with honey.
You can get started with these hand selected (by yours truly) traditional Mediterranean diet recipes or you can do nothing. I’ll leave it up to you 
I hope this article has been of interest or some help.
Women And The Mediterranean Diet
More About the Mediterranean Diet and Women
When we talk about the Mediterranean diet, or any diets for that matter, it’s the women that we automatically think about. This is due to many reasons and maybe the biggest one would be because they’re more concerned about the way they look or feel.
Now, I’m not sure if you’ve heard about the recent publication of UN’s Food and Agriculture that states that the famous Mediterranean diet is long gone. But the Italian Agriculture minister, Paolo de Castro, is retaliating by saying the Mediterranean diet is their heritage and it will stay with them regardless of multinational food shifts. The UN report really served as a wake up call to these people and so there is a new and stronger movement about protecting farmer markets and promotion of healthy foods.
Good news, don’t you think?
Now, to move on to the better news, there are also more health benefits that you can get from the Mediterranean diet. These benefits are, of course, applicable to all- men, women, young and old. But its effects appeal more to women. Read the rest of this entry »
Can You Afford The Mediterranean Diet?
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When you think of the Mediterranean diet and how the cost of the ingredients scares you, think of the Mediterranean diet as an investment. Think long term.
Sure, spending on fast foods and normal food would help you save a few bucks today. But these foods are unhealthy- you know that. You’ll be more at risk for heart attacks, high cholesterol or other illnesses like Alzheimer’s disease and cancer.
Another way to still maintain healthy eating habits the Mediterranean way is to create a clear and strict food budget. Now, I’m not at liberty to disclose a specific amount that you need to allot for your food expenses- this is something that you only you can answer.
A budget can really help you save on your Mediterranean diet.
- Carefully plan your daily Mediterranean diet menus and make sure that you stick to them.
- You can also consider buying certain foods and Mediterranean diet ingredients like olive oil, fruits, spices and some vegetables in bulks. Just carefully check the quality and its shelf life.
Lastly, and perhaps the most helpful, be creative. A Mediterranean diet does not have to be made up of expensive ingredients. You can easily find resources and recipes that will teach you how to “mix it up” and make your own, inexpensive but still equally healthy version of the Mediterranean diet.
Extra Virgin Olive Oil Spins It’s Magic
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The Magic of Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Any Mediterranean diet enthusiast knows that you can’t really talk about the Mediterranean diet without having to mention the secret and magic ingredient of all the best Mediterranean dishes: “extra virgin olive oil.”
A Mediterranean diet is all about fresh vegetables, fruits, fish and yes, olive oil. Studies have shown that the Mediterranean diet is extremely healthy and high in fiber. Aside from the most basic and most natural ingredients, extra virgin olive oil has been considered as one of the main reasons why the Mediterranean diet can help a person lose weight and live a happier and healthier lifestyle.
The Extra Virgin Olive Oil History
Mediterranean Diet-The Natural and Easy Weight Loss Diet
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Many people today are interested in losing weight to look better. We all want to find an easy weight loss diet and we sometimes (often) pick the wrong type. But if you want to look and feel better, the Mediterranean Diet is the best easy weight loss diet to try.
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