The Mediterranean Diet Is Also About Portions

The Mediterranean diet: the portion factor Much has been written lately about the benefits of following a Mediterranean diet to prevent the so called “prosperity diseases”, especially heart disease, cancer, diabetes, and overweight. And many of us know, the virtues…
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Role of Olive Oil in Mediterranean Diet

Olive oil is the main fat used in the Mediterranean diet. It is a monounsaturated fat that lessens ‘bad’ LDL cholesterol levels and increases the good HDL levels. Olive oils antioxidants also maintain LDL from damaging arteries with plaque. It…
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Losing Weight and the Mediterranean Diet

If you’re just using the Mediterranean Diet for weight loss, probably the best strategy is to stick to the Greek side of the diet. Here’s a rough outline of the typical day on the Greek Mediterranean Diet. Breakfast The Greeks…
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