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02 05 12 • Food in the Spotlight, Mediterranean Food

Reasons Why You Should Include Berries to Your Mediterranean Diet

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.
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23 04 12 • Food in the Spotlight, Mediterranean Food

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

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.
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12 03 12 • Food in the Spotlight, Mediterranean Food

Some More Noteworthy Mediterranean Diet Herbs and Spices

Are you ready for yet another instalment on our continuing discussion regarding the most important Mediterranean diet herbs and spices used in preparing Mediterranean cuisine? If you are, get yourself a nice cup of tea and prepare to learn more about these antioxidant-rich food ingredients. Let’s get started! Oregano Did you know that besides giving [...]
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05 03 12 • Mediterranean Food

How to Prepare Mediterranean Diet Recipes for Maximum Health Benefits

You know that eating Mediterranean-inspired dishes can be good for you, right? Come to think of it, with all the healthy benefits the Mediterranean diet brings, you will only be denying your body a lot of good and increasing your risk of developing a number of potentially life-threatening diseases if you continue to eat the [...]
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27 02 12 • Food in the Spotlight, Mediterranean Food

Top 4 Mediterranean Herbs and Spices for Better Health

If you have read our previous article entitled Mediterranean Diet – Uncovering the All-Important Role of Herbs and Spices, you certainly know by now the very important role played by herbs and spices in the Mediterranean cuisine. Without a doubt, these herbs and spices contribute a lot in making the Mediterranean diet one of the [...]
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02 01 12 • Food in the Spotlight, Mediterranean Food

Mediterranean Diet Breakfast: The Right Way to Start Your Day

The Mediterranean breakfast can easily be summed up in two words – light and satisfying. So, why settle for dry cereal or toaster pastries when you can have unlimited breakfast choices that are equally delicious and nutritious at the same time? This will surely take away the boredom out of the equation and add some zest and pizzazz to your morning meal!
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26 12 11 • Mediterranean Diet News, Mediterranean Food

Research Reveals: Mediterranean Diet Can Make You Feel Good

Can the Mediterranean diet really affect your mood? Can it really make you feel good? How does it do that? Well, whether you believe it or not, the Mediterranean diet can have a positive effect on your emotions. It can actually bring you happiness!
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