The beginning of the year is often a time for resolutions and new routines. It comes on the heels of a holiday season that typically brings more indulgences, increased stress and inconsistent sleep. It’s only natural to look for a reset as we turn the calendar to a new year. Instead of seeking out the […]
(after diet progression to regular foods at 8 weeks post-surgery) The Mediterranean diet promotes health and wellness and can reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure, diabetes, certain cancers, and cognitive decline. It is based on plants: vegetables, fruits, whole grains, beans, legumes, nuts, seeds in their most natural state (limited processing). […]
New research shows that the Mediterranean Diet may help slow the aging process, in addition to having a positive impact on heart health. The basis of the diet – not eating processed foods, limiting red meat and shaping meals around fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts and beans – “appears to protect a person’s DNA from […]
The Mediterranean diet has long been thought to have heart healthy benefits. A recent study reconfirmed this theory, showing a 30 percent reduction in heart disease for people who consume a Mediterranean diet. You don’t have to live in the Mediterranean to adopt this healthy way of eating. Here are the down and dirty basics of the […]
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