MEDITERRANEAN DIET

Apr 09 2025HEALTH

How Food and Exercise Shape Bones in Older Adults

Bone health is crucial for older adults. It's a big deal because it affects their mobility and overall well-being. Two big factors that play a role in bone health are diet and physical activity. Let's dive into how these two elements can make a difference. The Mediterranean diet is often praised for its benefits. It's rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and he...

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Mar 11 2025HEALTH

The Mediterranean Diet: A Battle Against Modern Health Issues

The Mediterranean diet, once a staple in many cultures, is facing stiff competition from modern eating habits. Today, people are moving away from this traditional diet and embracing a more sedentary lifestyle. This shift has led to a rise in health issues like obesity and type 2 diabetes. These conditions are part of a bigger problem known as metabolic syndrome, whic...

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Mar 06 2025HEALTH

Mediterranean Meals for Skin Health

The Mediterranean diet is a way of eating that has been around for centuries. It's not just about food, but a lifestyle. It focuses on fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and healthy fats. This diet is known for its health benefits. It can help with heart health, brain function, and even skin conditions. Psoriasis, acne, and hidradenitis suppurativa are common...

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Feb 25 2025HEALTH

Mediterranean Magic: A Delicious Way to Reduce Cancer Risk

The Mediterranean Diet, or MedDiet, is more than just a trend. It's a way of life that can significantly boost your well-being. This diet is particularly effective in reducing the risk of cancers associated with being overweight. The MedDiet focuses on filling your plate with fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and healthy fats. By eating this way, you can maintain a ...

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Feb 02 2025HEALTH

How Your Plate Can Help Fight GI Cancer

Dishes loaded with nutrients can be a cancer's Kryptonite. Lets dive into what an expert group of researchers found out. GI cancers are some of the scarier types of cancer. There's been a lot of talk about how what we eat affects our chances of getting them. Some researchers thought it was worthy to explore the connection between two popular diets and GI can...

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Jan 26 2025HEALTH

How Two Different Diets Affect Thyroid Health

Hashimoto's thyroiditis (HT) is an autoimmune condition where the body attacks the thyroid gland. Two diets, the Mediterranean diet (MedD) and the gluten-free diet (GFD), have been suggested to help manage this condition. MedD is known for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant benefits, which can be helpful for autoimmune thyroid diseases like HT. On the other hand, ...

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Jan 12 2025HEALTH

Small Bites, Big Impact: How Early Food Choices Shape Kids' Health

Did you know that the food you give your kids between ages 3 and 6 can really influence their health? A study looked into this and found that kids who munched on healthier foods, like fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, ended up with less body fat and better blood sugar levels. Isn’t that amazing? But here’s the issue: tracking all the food kids eat can be tricky. ...

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Jan 03 2025HEALTH

The Mediterranean Diet Shines Again in 2025

In 2025, the Mediterranean diet once more bagged the top spot in U. S. News & World Report's annual diet rankings. This diet, often called a lifestyle, focuses on eating fruits, veggies, grains, olive oil, and nuts while limiting sweets, dairy, and meat, especially red meat. Fish, especially fatty types like sardines, are encouraged. This year, the report changed its...

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Dec 23 2024HEALTH

Med Diet and Brain Connectivity: A Hidden Link?

Have you ever thought about how what you eat affects your brain? Well, science is starting to find some interesting connections. One diet that's been getting a lot of attention is the Mediterranean diet, or Med Diet for short. This diet is big on fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and healthy fats like olive oil. A recent study took a closer look at how this diet migh...

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Nov 20 2024HEALTH

Eating with a Purpose: How Mediterranean Faiths Shape Diets

You might have heard about the Mediterranean diet and how it's great for your health. But did you know it's more than just eating right? This diet has deep roots in history and culture, especially when it comes to faith. The Mediterranean diet isn't tied to any one religion, but the people who live there have been influenced by Christianity, Judaism, and Islam. These...

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