Takeaways from video:
- The study for med diet was conducted in “Crete”, a greek island.
- Extra virgin Olive oil is the key.
- Vegetables / Fruits based Diet
- It is a very delicious diet
- Smaller amounts of animal proteins
How to The Mediterranean Diet :
- Consumption of plant-based foods, includes fruits and vegetables, whole grains, legumes and nuts
- Replacement of butter with healthy fats such as olive oil and canola oil
- Usage of herbs and spices instead of salt for flavouring purposes
- Limiting red meat to no more than a few times a month
- Eating fish and poultry at least twice a week
- Drinking red wine in moderation (upto one glass per day is allowed/ optional)
- Getting plenty of exercise
- Cheese and yogurt are eaten regularly but their intake falls between low to moderate amounts. Include: brie, chevre, corvo, feta, haloumi, manchego, Parmigiano-Reggiano, pecorino, ricotta, yogurt (including Greek yogurt).
Takeaways from video:
This video gives an indepth detail to the ingredients that mek up the diet. Right from beans, cereals, greens, to vinegar.
Why?
- Reduces risks of heart diesease
- Has a lower level of oxidized low-density lipoprotein (also called the bad cholestrol). A high level of bad cholestrol leads to generation cholesterol in your arteries.
- Associated with a reduced risk of cardiovascular mortality even overall mortality. (Results of a study conducted on 1.5 adults adering to this diet).
- Associated with a reduced incidence of cancer, and Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s diseases.
- May reduce risk of breast cancer in case of women.
Some Recipes to follow:
Salmon with Greek Yogurt, Lemon and Capers
Greek Meatballs in Tomato Sauce
Pancetta-fried eggs, chipotle hummus, Caprese pasta salad, and margarita pizza
Greek Salad, Beef and Eggplant
Meal Prep Guide:
30-Minute Mediterranean Meal Prep
A Simple Shopping list to help you Meal Prep
Until Next time,
Goodbye.
References:
Mayo Clinic
Oldways
Healthline
presentlymine 
Do yog
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