Dietary Guidelines For Americans 2010 Recommends Mediterranean Diet

The dietary guidelines for Americans 2010 recommends the traditional Mediterranean diet as a healthy option compared to the normal American diet. The guidelines were released on Jan 31, 2011 by the U.S.D.A. and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The guidelines are based on the findings of the 2010 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee. [...]

Mediterranean Diet Health Benefits

Mediterranean diet health benefits have had researchers spending thousands of man hours trying to understand them. Although these days, many regions of the Mediterranean have adopted a much more westernized diet habit which has resulted in a mounting obesity issue, communities who still follow the traditional Mediterranean diet continue to experience health which is the [...]

Mediterranean Diet Food List – Let’s start shopping!

Mediterranean Diet Food List – Let’s Start Shopping! The Mediterranean diet food list is derived from the eating habits of the Mediterranean people, namely those who live in Spain, France, Tunisia, Lebanon, Morocco, Greece and Italy. The diet of these people has remained pretty much unchanged for thousands of years. They are renowned for their [...]

Mediterranean Diet Food Pyramid

For most of us, the most recognized symbol of healthy food is found in the food pyramid. A food pyramid indicates which foods we should eat in which portion sizes so that our body receives the nutrients it requires. If you’re creating a healthy diet plan you would do well to look at the Mediterranean [...]

Free Healthy Mediterranean Diet Menus

Mediterranean diet menus are proven to be better for a person’s health by the fact that heart disease incidence in Mediterranean countries is proven to be considerably lower compared to United States figures. Statistically, according to 1995-1998 heart disease death statistics there were almost 103 deaths per 100,000 population caused by heart disease. In the [...]

What is the Mediterranean Diet?

What is the Mediterranean Diet? The Mediterranean diet is touted as the healthiest diet in the world and is the only diet actually endorsed by the Mayo Clinic. In Western society, heart disease is the number one killer. According to CDC heart disease figures heart disease accounts for more than 25% of overall deaths per [...]

Kalamata Olive Diet – Greek Mediterranean Diet

The Kalamata Olive Diet – What is it? If you’ve searched online for the kalamata olive diet, odds are you’ve found very little information. In truth, the kalamata olive diet is simply a version of the Mediterranean diet which is also known as the Prasouda Diet or the Greek Mediterranean Diet. What are Kalamata Olives? [...]

Beware of Weight Loss Fad Diets

A weight loss ‘fad diet’ usually refers to unusual eating patterns that promote rapid weight loss over a short period. Unfortunately, they usually neglect healthy nutrition and long-term weight maintenance. These diets often enjoy temporary popularity, especially when celebrities use them. Take a look at the magazine stand occasionally, magazines are obsessed with celebrities and [...]

Is the South Beach Diet Safe?

Many people wonder is the South Beach Diet safe for everyone. Yes it is! However, there are several to consider before deciding whether the South Beach Diet is for you, you need to research how the South Beach Diet works. There are limited resources available providing an in depth explanation of how this diet assists [...]

How Does The Atkins Diet Work

With recent studies revealing that around 75% of people in western society are overweight, many individuals are looking for diets and some are asking the question, ‘How does the Atkins diet work’? The basic concept of the Atkins diet is that it provides a way to reduce carbohydrate consumption while adding meat (and therefore protein) [...]

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