Learning about the Mediterranean Diet
7 Tips for Eating (and Living) the Mediterranean Diet
If you are interested in Mediterranean Diet & Lifestyle you have come to the right place. Allow me to share some insights I have gained over the years in immersing myself in the Mediterranean way of living. It's the truth: I love food; whether it is “good for me” or not. I will eat almost anything that is put in front of me. From tasty white bean soup with a Greek salad to hot dogs from the grill with a bowl of Cool Ranch Doritos and a Guinness, I'm all in. When I was younger and didn’t think much about my health, this was a real problem. That is because most of what was put in front of me wasn't healthy. Now, at home or on the road, I choose to eat delicious, healthy food that makes me feel good. Occasionally, I end up in situations where baby back ribs and french fries are my choice. Let me reiterate that when this does happen I love it. But, I don’t make this kind of choice on a daily or even weekly basis.
The Cooling Health Benefits of Peppermint
We all know and love the flavor of peppermint. It’s cooling, refreshing, invigorating, and slightly tingly. A cup of iced peppermint tea on a hot summer day is a wonderful treat, as is an after dinner mint, particularly after a heavy meal. Adding fresh mint to hot and spicy dishes, particularly to sauces, marinades and dips can balances the dish and cools the palate. Many spicy Middle Eastern dishes include peppermint for this reason.
How To Eat the Healthiest Diet in the World (Mediterranean Diet Meal Plan)
Crete isn't just a place where people eat healthfully. There is an enchanting simplicity to the mountainous villages on the Mediterranean island. The sound of bells on herds of wandering goats; the smell of veggies, meat, and herbs long stewing over a fire; the warm breeze that tousles your hair and gently blows away your stress like a leaf in the wind all weave together to create a feeling of magic and possibilities. My first trip to Crete almost 10 years ago began an odyssey of change that continues for me to this day.
How the Mediterranean Diet Changed my Life
In 2006, after years of gaining weight, dieting, losing weight, [...]
What’s Wrong with the Mediterranean Diet?
Once again, the Mediterranean Diet is plastered on the cover of every magazine and newspaper in the country. The newest headline: "Study shows the Mediterranean Diet is good for memory". I kind of want to be excited, but, I mostly feel exasperated. In the Mediterranean, where people still practice traditional diet and customs there is almost no dementia or heart disease or cancer or really any other disease. People die of old age, sometimes in their 90's, sometimes in their 100's. And they do it with energy, grace, and style.
Spring Cleanse: Mediterranean Style
This winter sure took a toll on me! Long months of frigid weather kept me indoors much more than I would have liked. I turned to comfort foods for nourishment- hot stews, more meat than usual and starchy vegetables. Stagnancy set in a bit. Just when I was beginning to think it would never end, Mother Nature reassured me of the cycle of the seasons by melting the snow and giving new life a chance to grow. I cried happy tears when I raked the leaves out of my garden beds and saw the first green shoots poking up: the crocuses, lilies, and hostas. The lemon balm and St Johns wort were also alive and well. It seems impossible that plants can be so hearty.
Why the Mediterranean Diet is Unlike Any Other Diet
Does the word 'diet' fill you with dread? Does it make you think of deprivation, eating food that tastes like cardboard, and feeling hungry all the time? There are many 'diets' that cause these feelings for people, and they don't provide long-term results. The Mediterranean diet is different. Here is a list of reasons why.
Top Choices in Olive Oil Books
Embrace the flavor and many uses of olive oil as you learn about our favorite books chock full of olive oil facts and delicious recipes!
Cayenne Pepper: The Anti-inflammatory and Heart Healthy Spice
Show a little love for your heart by eating spicy cayenne pepper! Stop by to learn about healthy and delicious cayenne pepper.
Resolutions That Stick
Thinking about a New Year's resolution? Get the recipe for long-term success!
The Mediterranean Diet: Ten Days to Happiness
A new study shows significant changes in our mood and heart after eating Mediterranean for 10 days.
Summer Veggies with Roasted Almonds (Video)
Enjoy Bill Bradley's newest blog post on zucchini that includes a video recipe for zucchini and yellow squash sautéed with roasted almonds.