The Mediterranean Diet

Exploring the Many Health Benefits of Chickpeas in the Mediterranean Diet

Administrator — Mon, 14 May 2012 00:05:20 +0000

A lot of public health organizations such as the American Cancer Society (ACS), the American Diabetes Association (ADA) and the American Heart Association (AHA), to name a few, recommend the inclusion of legumes in our diets to promote better health and to prevent the onset of various diseases. In fact, according to the 2005 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, we should all be aiming to consume at least 3 cups of cooked legumes per week. However, some experts believe that we should aim for no less than 4 to 8 cups of legumes per week to get all the health benefits these small but mighty beans have in store for all of us.

Putting Broccoli in the Spotlight: re the Mediterranean Diet

Administrator — Tue, 08 May 2012 03:02:19 +0000

According to the American Cancer Society, more than 240,000 new cases will be diagnosed and more than 28,000 men will die from prostate cancer in the US in 2012 alone. As such, it is considered to be the second leading cause of cancer deaths among American men. Experts further estimated that one in every six American males will be diagnosed with this condition during his lifetime. In Australia, about 20,000 new cases are diagnosed and more than 3,300 men die every year as a result of the disease.

Reasons Why You Should Include Berries to Your Mediterranean Diet

Administrator — Wed, 02 May 2012 10:56:02 +0000

Why should you consume enough berries on a daily basis? Well, in a nutshell, berries are considered one of nature's so-called "superfoods". They contain significant amounts of the essential nutrients our bodies need to keep it in top condition. More importantly, they are considered one of the richest sources of polyphenols called flavonoids, one of the antioxidant compounds that help protect us from a number of modern day diseases.

The Benefits of Yogurt in the Mediterranean Diet: What Can It Really Do for You?

Administrator — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 10:52:10 +0000

Yogurt helps maintain a healthy digestive system. According to the US Department of Agriculture Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging, the benefits of yogurt include gut-friendly bacteria that can protect you against several gastrointestinal conditions including constipation, diarrhea, H. pylori infection, lactose intolerance, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and colon cancer as well.

Preventing Diabetic Neuropathy with the Mediterranean Diet

Administrator — Sun, 15 Apr 2012 22:43:30 +0000

Diabetic neuropathy often manifests its symptoms in diabetic people who have been battling with the disease for about 25 years or more. However, the symptoms can also be observed in people who are overweight and those who have difficulty controlling their blood sugar and blood pressure levels.