Description
This book presents evidence-based research that validates the traditional Mediterranean way of eating with respect to health. It offers information about an enjoyable, healthy way of eating that has stood the test of time, along with practical suggestions for incorporating the Mediterranean diet into daily life. The book addresses nutrients found in Mediterranean foods, how they function in the body, and why they are essential for optimal health. It highlights the Mediterranean diet's effectiveness in weight management and prevention and treatment of various chronic diseases.
Table of Contents
What is a Mediterranean Diet? Common Components in Diverse Dietary Patterns Promote Health and Long Life. Dietary Patterns of the Mediterranean Nations: Then and Now. Critical Nutrients in Foods of Mediterranean Nations. Obesity and Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. Cardiovascular Diseases and the Metabolic Syndrome. Diet-Related Cancers and Other Diseases. Introduction to the Health Benefits of Mediterranean-Style Dietary Patterns. High Consumption of Monounsaturated Fat and Low Consumption of Saturated Fat. High Consumption of Fruits, Vegetables, and Legumes. High Consumption of Whole Grains. Moderate Consumption of Nuts and Seeds. Moderate Consumption of Fish and Seafood. Low Consumption of Meats and Low-to-Moderate Consumption of Poultry and Eggs. Low Consumption of Milk and Moderate Consumption of Cheese and Yogurt. Moderate Consumption of Alcohol. High Consumption of Herbs, Spices, and Garlic. Moving Toward a Mediterranean-Style Diet in Your Own Life. Eat like a Mediterranean: Enjoy Your Food, Be Healthy, and Feel Good. Research and Other Articles on Mediterranean Diets. Appendices. Index.
