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The Mediterranean Diet Reviewed
- By Southern Mom
- Published 03/4/2008
- Diet and Weightloss
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Well known and utilized in Europe as well as the US, the Mediterranean Diet consists of a certain percentage of the daily calories coming from healthy fats, specifically, olive oil. Now you may immediately think this contributes to cardiovascular disease. However, studies have shown that olive oil is filled with antioxidants and thus there has been a decrease in cardiovascular disease among those who have participated in this diet plan.
How does the Mediterranean Diet plan work? It consists of fish consumed two or three times a week. As you know, fish contains the all-important omega-3 fatty acid, which is why this particular diet has been successful.
In fact, experts have determined that the Mediterranean Diet is better for you than other diets due to the fact that pasta, fruits, beans, nuts, vegetables and olive oil are the basis of this diet. Moreover, additional research on the benefits of olive oil concludes that it is not only healthy for you, but can lower the bad cholesterol as well.
Some people who are overweight also tend to have a high cholesterol count. Others
may be predisposed to high levels of cholesterol due to family genetics. In both cases, drugs may be prescribed for the rest of their lives, some of which may cause possible side effects.
The Mediterranean diet not only offers an alternative to weight gain, but controls cholesterol levels as well. According to studies, saturated fats increase cholesterol levels. On the other hand, momounsaturated fats control the bad and raise the good cholesterol.
Olive oil, which has the largest amount of monounsaturated fats in addition to its antioxidants, has been effective in controlling weight gain, and has also been found to prevent cancer and slow down the aging process as well.
Not only is olive oil fully digestible, but it absorbs nutrients in a good way and also allows for the decrease in calcium loss, which is good news for the elderly. Olive oil, which is the basis of the Mediterranean diet, benefits brain function, helps prevent infection, and heals tissue, both internally and externally.
The Mediterranean Diet is a healthy alternative for those who wish to lose weight and control their cholesterol levels. Check with your doctor to determine if this is a good diet to follow.
How does the Mediterranean Diet plan work? It consists of fish consumed two or three times a week. As you know, fish contains the all-important omega-3 fatty acid, which is why this particular diet has been successful.
In fact, experts have determined that the Mediterranean Diet is better for you than other diets due to the fact that pasta, fruits, beans, nuts, vegetables and olive oil are the basis of this diet. Moreover, additional research on the benefits of olive oil concludes that it is not only healthy for you, but can lower the bad cholesterol as well.
Some people who are overweight also tend to have a high cholesterol count. Others
The Mediterranean diet not only offers an alternative to weight gain, but controls cholesterol levels as well. According to studies, saturated fats increase cholesterol levels. On the other hand, momounsaturated fats control the bad and raise the good cholesterol.
Olive oil, which has the largest amount of monounsaturated fats in addition to its antioxidants, has been effective in controlling weight gain, and has also been found to prevent cancer and slow down the aging process as well.
Not only is olive oil fully digestible, but it absorbs nutrients in a good way and also allows for the decrease in calcium loss, which is good news for the elderly. Olive oil, which is the basis of the Mediterranean diet, benefits brain function, helps prevent infection, and heals tissue, both internally and externally.
The Mediterranean Diet is a healthy alternative for those who wish to lose weight and control their cholesterol levels. Check with your doctor to determine if this is a good diet to follow.
