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Eating the Mediterranean Way
3/5/2009 10:29:45 PM


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Eating the Mediterranean Way

It's official: The so-called Mediterranean diet is good for you. Eating lots of grains, fruits, nuts, vegetables, olive oil and fish; limiting red meat and dairy; and moderating alcohol intake can protect against major ailments such as heart disease, cancer, Parkinson's disease and Alzheimer's disease, say Italian researchers. They analyzed 12 international studies that followed 1.5 million people for up to 18 years and found that those who stuck to a strict Mediterranean diet had a 9 percent lower death rate from cardiovascular disease, a 6 percent lower incidence of cancer, and a 13 percent reduction in the incidence of Parkinson's and Alzheimer's diseases.

In honor of National Nutrition Month, hosted by the American Dietetic Association, take a close look at your diet, and add these healthy foods to the menu.
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Re: Eating the Mediteraranean Way
3/6/2009 1:35:03 AM
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Re: Eating the Mediteraranean Way
3/6/2009 7:29:13 AM
Hi Donna

I'll drink to that!

After living 22 years in the Mediterrean, I can assure you that you are 100% right on the benefits of the Mediterrean diet.  Sadly people here are moving over to processed foods and have less and less time to prepare fresh food the way it has always been done, but many stick to the old ways and are healthier.

We eat lots of fish - especially oily fish which is  great anti cholesteral food. Pulses. like lentils and chick peas are a great source of protein go into many dishes cooked in the "pot" with vegetables and meat.  And salads and  fruit accompany most meals. 

And apart from being healthy - it tastes so good!

Keep writing - they are the best articles on AdlandPro!

Jenny
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Re: Eating the Mediteraranean Way
3/6/2009 9:58:08 AM
Hi Donna,
Greetings!
This is a wonderful diet but again, take it slow not at once.  Change your diet one step at a time.  Don't cut out/ down meat immediately.  Could cause more harm to the body.

Thanks for sharing Donna. This are tips that can save life.  You are a real angel I tell you.

Regards,
Rinna
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Re: Eating the Mediteraranean Way
3/8/2009 12:13:56 AM
Ahhhhhh, what cute bears, Nick!!

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