Dewey Decimal641.591822
SynopsisWhether you're looking to improve your health or Lose weight, The Mediterranean Diet Guide and Cookbook is the only book any beginner wilt need to get started with this life-changing diet. The Mediterranean diet is widely considered to be one of the healthiest diets on the planet, but people are often confused about where to start and what they can and can't eat. This straightforward guide will give you everything you need to know to get started and stick with this amazing diet that can transform your health. Here's what you'll find inside: Everything you need to know about the Mediterranean diet including how it works, the key components, and the many health benefits, 80 delicious, easy-to-prepare recipes-each with complete nutritional breakdowns, The basics you need to know to get started with the diet, including how to transition to healthy habits, shop for key ingredients and stock your pantry and fridge, and cook the Mediterranean way, Detailed chapters on all the food groups and nutrition, including primers on olive oil and other key ingredients, Healthy food, healthy lifestyle, healthy you. Based on the fundamentals of balancing foods high in omega-3 fats such as fresh fruits, vegetables, fish, olive oil, nuts, etc. The Mediterranean diet has a variety of health benefits. More than just a flavorful diet, this is a lifestyle developed over centuries in the warm climates along the Mediterranean Sea to help everyone appreciate life that much more. And now, you too can reap the benefits of this way of eating! The Mediterranean Diet Guide and Cookbook helps you understand, develop and implement this heart-healthy diet and lifestyle. In this nutritious guide, you'll get- - Over 75 good-for-you recipes, each with a complete nutritional analysis; and a month's worth of delicious menu plans--one week for each season--to kick-start your diet. - The history and science behind the Mediterranean diet and what makes it so exceptional. - Essential information on the foods and beverages that make up the Mediterranean Diet Pyramid. - An eye-opening look at how this diet can enhance heart health, help manage diabetes and assist in weight loss. - A better understanding of the healthy fats, carbs, protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants you acquire eating the Mediterranean way.