Proteins are a calorie sizzler and an immune system booster. An excessive or too little amount of this stuff can put at risk your well-being. Proteins are long chains of amino acids. Once proteins have been digested, our bodies will break them down in new building blocks of amino acids (like children’s building blocks) in […]
Best Protein Sources to Lose Weight Naturally
By the Authors of The Mediterranean Diet eBook
Filed Under: Healthy Eating Ideas, Mediterranean FoodTop 10 Natural Appetite Suppressants
By the Authors of The Mediterranean Diet eBook
Eat these foods to stay full eating fewer calories! Almonds Just a handful of almonds is a good way to get antioxidants like vitamin E and the mineral magnesium. Almonds increase feelings of fullness and help with weight loss, as outlined by a study presented by the Purdue university [1] Flaxseeds Ground or whole, flaxseeds […]
Filed Under: Healthy Eating Ideas, Meal Plan Ideas, Mediterranean Food, Weight Loss TipsList of Slow Digesting Carbs
By the Authors of The Mediterranean Diet eBook
When people eat, probably do not take into account the impact the speed of digestion has on our health. You can find 2 types of carbs : complex and simple. Flavor (or intensity of sweetness) is not the basis of the distinction between complex and simple carbs. Even though the foundation of most carbs is […]
Filed Under: Glycemic Index, Mediterranean Food, Weight Loss TipsKeep Your Pantry Stocked with These 3 Antioxidant Rich Superfoods
By the Authors of The Mediterranean Diet eBook
You need to eat healthy but it costs a lot of. Veggies, fruits, and whole meals generally are expensive and whenever you are attempting to nourish your family on the cheap, selecting nutrient dense eats without draining your budget may appear like an impossible assignment. But that’s not really the case. Actually, many of the […]
Are Plant Proteins the Same as Animal Proteins?
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A Grave Misconception: Protein is Meat and Meat is Protein An incredible researcher by the name of Ancel Keys (Which is considered the father of the Mediterranean diet) discovered something fascinating; the poor, lower class people of southern Italy were much healthier overall when compared to the upper-class, wealthy Italians. You see, my family hails […]
What are Good Sources of Protein?
By the Authors of The Mediterranean Diet eBook
Proteins are the building blocks for the body. They provide for vital growth, repair of tissues and the maintenance of our immune system, and a necessary component of every meal. It’s hard to believe, but the mainstream Western diet all but turns their back on many of the best sources of proteins….especially those with the […]
Filed Under: Mediterranean FoodNice Pic Nic Food Ideas
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There is nothing like going on a picnic on a hot summer day with family and friends. There are plenty of healthy food choices to satisfy an appetite and not ruin a diet when eating out on a picnic. A few food ideas to pack for a picnic include: 1) Making healthy sandwiches is a […]
Filed Under: Healthy Eating Ideas, Mediterranean FoodTop Foods to Eat for Summer
By the Authors of The Mediterranean Diet eBook
In the summer, when bare skin is in, we take the time to protect it by keeping hydrated and using sunscreen. Summer is also the best time of year for fresh foods that promote healthy skin from the inside. The foods that work best are those that are high in vitamins A, C, E, beta […]
Filed Under: Anti-inflammatory, Beauty Tips, Cancer Prevention, Healthy Eating Ideas, Mediterranean FoodIs Milk As Vital To Us As We Thought?
By the Authors of The Mediterranean Diet eBook
In 2006, the highly respected British Medical Journal published an article addressing dairy foods, stating that childhood obesity is rising in highly-developed countries and that dairy is one of the main contributors to fat and sugar in children. Dairy, the main source of calcium that is touted by many national nutrition guidelines, can also contribute […]
Filed Under: Anti-inflammatory, Cancer Prevention, Healthy Eating Ideas, Mediterranean FoodThe Only Word You’ll Need for Breakfast is “Whole”
By the Authors of The Mediterranean Diet eBook
Breakfast cereals are not all created equal. To find the most nutritionally complete cereal, you need to become an ingredient list expert. The most beneficial word found on a cereal label is “whole.†You are specifically looking for the term “whole grain.†All other expressions like multigrain, bran, even 100% wheat are misleading because while […]
