Mediterranean Diet Articles

Lower your Cholesterol Naturally …

Whether you are one of those lucky people who do not have cholesterol concerns, or have been advised to take action, what can you do to improve your cholesterol levels? In this series of articles we’ll have a look at some of the generally recommended courses of action ... read more

Healthy Meals Don't Have To Be Boring

If you been through a grocery check-out or bookstore lately--or even taken a look at the food section in the paper--you've probably seen some great recipes that inspire you to eat more healthfully and enjoy meals that tantalize your taste buds while sustaining your body. But "eating healthy" is more than great recipes... it 's a way of life. It 's planning, shopping, and thinking differently about food. Truly, removing the stress from the process of creating meals is a major component a healthful diet. read more ...

Guide to the Food Pyramid

The recommended food pyramid provides a simple guide to establishing healthy eating habits. The food pyramid was originally established in the 1960s in response to the increase in heart disease, and to help people understand what it takes to stay healthy. There are several facets of the food pyramid, which help you to analyze what you are eating and what you need to change in order to maintain your healthy eating habits. read more ..

Spices - Mediterranean Diet’s Key To Good Health

Over the past decade much has been made of the so-called Mediterranean Diet. Epidemiological evidence shows that people living in Mediterranean countries like France, Greece and Italy have lower incidences of heart disease relative to the USA, UK and more northerly European nations. Various hypotheses have been put forward in an attempt to explain why their diets should afford protection against cardiovascular disease and other degenerative conditions. Two factors that have been given credit for the healthy attributes of this diet are .. read more ...