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Mediterranean Diet
by Donato F. Romagnolo Ornella I. SelminThis text is an especially timely new text as the number of studies focusing on the impact of the Mediterranean diet on disease prevention increases every year. The fundamental question addressed in this text is how food components and behavior of the Mediterranean diet reduce the risk of chronic diseases. In-depth chapters provide an overview of preclinical and clinical studies on Mediterranean dietary patterns, food components and lifestyle and their impact on health and disease. Large-scale "omic" approaches are highlighted to educate the reader about the molecular mechanisms through which specific components of the Mediterranean diet improves health and the opportunities and challenges for translating into practice the food recommendations of the Mediterranean pyramid. The volume concludes with information about the nutritional adequacy of Mediterranean foods and provides selected recipes. Mediterranean Diet: Impact on Health and Disease will be of great interest to students, clinicians, andscientists engaged in promoting health through nutrition and physical activity.
The Mediterranean Diet
by Eric ZachariasOver the past several years there has been increasing information in the medical literature regarding the health benefits of a Mediterranean diet. Clinicians may not be informed on advances in nutrition, and studies have demonstrated that they do not spend much time discussing food as a means for promoting health with patients. The Mediterranean Diet: A Clinician's Guide for Patient Care is an essential new volume that serves as an update and a reference for clinicians on the Mediterranean diet. Specific diseases and the effects the Mediterranean diet have on them are outlined. Diseases and conditions that are outlined include heart disease, stroke, Alzheimer's, depression, cancer, allergies, asthma, arthritis and diabetes. A detailed analysis of the specific nutrients in a Mediterranean diet and the food groups containing them is also included. A useful guide containing daily meal plans and and an extensive recipe section prepared by a team of dieticians can be found in the patient resources section. The Mediterranean Diet: A Clinician's Guide for Patient Care provides a useful summary of the constituent components and health benefits of a Mediterranean diet to health professionals.
The Mediterranean Diet Cookbook: Over 200 Delicious Recipes for Better Health (Idiot's Guides)
by Denise HazimeTransform your health with over 200 mouth-watering Mediterranean diet recipes The Mediterranean diet is one of the healthiest diets on the planet, and science has proven that it not only can help people lose weight, but it can also benefit people with serious health issues including diabetes, high blood pressure, and coronary artery disease. But what makes the Mediterranean diet so amazing is that it&’s absolutely delicious! With an emphasis earthy spices, fruits and vegetables, whole grains and legumes, seafood, lean meats, and generous amounts of olive oil, every recipe in Idiot&’s Guides: Mediterranean Diet Cookbook is flavorful and satisfying, with an emphasis on using whole foods and healthy fats. Here&’s what you&’ll find inside: • Over 200 Mediterranean recipes, each with complete nutrition information, for breakfasts, salads, soups and stews, appetizers, vegetarian entrees, fish and meat entrees, and desserts • Insight on the benefits of the Mediterranean diet is, the history of the diet, and how it works • Helpful, practical tips for transitioning to the diet and sticking with it • Guidance on cooking the Mediterranean way, sourcing key ingredients and stocking your pantry, and eating out while you&’re following the diet
The Mediterranean Diet Cookbook: A Mediterranean Cookbook with 150 Healthy Mediterranean Diet Recipes
by Rockridge PressFrom the Publisher of New York Times Bestseller The Mediterranean Diet for Beginners The Mediterranean Diet Cookbook makes it easy to transition to a Mediterranean diet, one of the healthiest diets in the world, with 150 Mediterranean diet recipes that are delicious and easy to follow. These healthy recipes use fresh, whole foods that are low in carbohydrates and fats, and naturally high in disease-fighting phytonutrients and antioxidants. The Mediterranean diet plan is full of flavorful foods that are scientifically proven to reduce the risk of cancer and cardiovascular disease. Let The Mediterranean Diet Cookbook change your diet forever with: 150 Savory Recipes for delicious breakfasts, salads, soups, seafood and meat dishes, snacks, desserts, and more Healthful Ingredients and super-foods packed with omega-3s, antioxidants, and fiber Detailed Information on how a Mediterranean diet can help you lose weight, feel better, and drastically improve your heart health Recipes include: Chicken Marsala, Italian Breaded Shrimp, Roasted Pork Tenderloin, Greek Kebabs, Baked Ziti, and much more! The Mediterranean Diet Cookbook: A Mediterranean Cookbook with 150 Healthy Mediterranean Diet Recipes will show you how to live and eat healthfully on a Mediterranean diet, without sacrificing flavor.
The Mediterranean Diet Cookbook for Beginners: Meal Plans, Expert Guidance, and 100 Recipes to Get You Started
by Elena ParavantesWith 100 recipes and practical advice, this is the only guide you'll need to get started on the authentic Mediterranean diet!Introducing Mediterranean Diet Cookbook for Beginners, a one-stop guide to the authentic and much-loved Mediterranean Diet, featuring a perfect balance of vegetables, grains, fruit, generous portions of olive oil, and occasional servings of meat and fish, making this Mediterranean diet book both healthy and delicious!Want to adopt a healthy Mediterranean diet but don't know where to begin? Don't worry, we've got you covered! Dive straight into this delicious diet book to discover:-100 simple, tried-and-tested, healthy and delicious recipes made with fresh ingredients.-An easy-to-follow 14-day meal plan to get you started, with comprehensive shopping and food lists, and tips for creating your own menus.-Detailed guidance on how to shop for the right ingredients and how to cook the Mediterranean way.-Top tips for adopting a Mediterranean lifestyle that will improve your health and well-being.Did you know that the Mediterranean diet is universally accepted as the healthiest diet on the planet? So what are you waiting for? Get started today! Featuring expert advice from Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Elena Paravantes, this is the only guide you could ever need to get started on an awe-inspiring journey of Mediterranean cuisine.A must-have volume for individuals who want to convert to this incredibly healthy and delicious Spanish diet, but don't know where to start. Unlike other recipe books, this healthy cookbook contains recipes, meal plans, practical lifestyle tips, as well as cooking and shopping guidance, helping you to make the very most of all things Mediterranean and encourage healthy eating everyday.
Mediterranean Diet Cookbook For Dummies
by Meri Raffetto Wendy Jo PetersonBenefit from the Mediterranean diet For decades, doctors and nutritional experts have observed—and confirmed—that people in Mediterranean countries have much lower occurrences in vascular disease, obesity, cancer, and diabetes than their counterparts in northern European countries and the United States. Now, Mediterranean Diet Cookbook For Dummies shows you how to cook meals inspired by the cuisines of Italy, Greece, Spain, and southern France so you too can live a healthier life free of excess weight and disease. The Mediterranean diet—ranked #2 in Best Diets overall, it is high in vegetables, fruits, olive oil, and whole grains, and moderate in protein and animal fats—has proven to be beneficial in reducing the risk for diabetes, heart disease, and stroke. Now, a new study shows it may also be good for the brain. The Mediterranean diet isn't just a fad or a quick fix—it's a healthy lifestyle choice that's here to stay! Create more than 150 tasty recipes Get expert tips on meal planning and exercise regimes Prevent and fight diseases by eating delicious food Find delicious alternatives to unhealthy ingredients Whether you're just discovering the Mediterranean diet or are looking for some new recipes to add to your repertoire, this updated, hands-on guide offering the latest research has everything you need to start living a healthier life.
Mediterranean Diet Cookbook For Dummies
by Meri Raffetto Wendy Jo PetersonDiscover the world&’s healthiest and tastiest diet Ready to transform the way you&’ve been preparing dinner? Then it&’s time to dive into the Mediterranean Diet Cookbook For Dummies! You&’ll learn to bring home the flavors of Italy, Greece, Spain, Morocco, Lebanon, and southern France, as you discover the cuisine that&’s been shown to reduce the risk of heart attack, diabetes, and cognitive decline while delivering extraordinary, authentic flavors. Unlike many of the quick fix and fad diets on the market today, Mediterranean cooking styles contribute to long-term, healthy lifestyles by focusing on fruits and vegetables, legumes, whole grains, olive oils, and moderate amounts of protein and animal fats. And you&’ll learn how to combine and prepare these ingredients into delicious recipes, while tapping into the mindful eating habits of the Mediterranean. In this book you&’ll explore: Over one hundred and fifty tasty recipes you can cook for any meal of the day Brand-new updates regarding time-saving multi-cooker directions, the latest on the on-going supportive wellness research around the Mediterranean diet, and how to effectively plan and prep over a month of quick & easy Mediterranean meals Mindful eating and living approaches to savor and enjoy the foods and lifestyle of the MediterraneanMediterranean Diet Cookbook For Dummies is the perfect hands-on guide for anyone looking for an introduction to the Mediterranean cuisine, as well as those already familiar with the diet but need some fresh recipe ideas.
Mediterranean Diet Cookbook For Dummies
by Meri Raffetto Wendy Jo PetersonImprove your health, lose weight, and prevent and fight diseaseFor decades, doctors and nutritional experts have observed and confirmed that Mediterranean countries have much lower occurrences of hypertension, cardiovascular disease, obesity, cancer, and diabetes in their citizens than northern European countries and the United States. The Mediterranean Diet For Dummies features expert advice on transitioning to this healthful lifestyle by providing meal planning tips, exercise regimens, and more than 150 recipes inspired by the cuisines of Italy, Greece, southern France, and Spain to improve your health, lose weight, and prevent and fight disease. Rather than focusing on restricting certain foods and ingredients, the Mediterranean diet embraces a variety of food choices that promote freshness, whole grains, healthy fats, more vegetables and less meat, understanding proper portion control, and using items like wine and olive oil to create rich flavors. With The Mediterranean Diet For Dummies you'll find out how a delicious diet can reduce the long-term risk of obesity, heart disease, Parkinson's and Alzheimer's diseases, and more.More than 150 tasty recipesExpert tips on meal planning, exercise regimens, and healthy lifestyle choicesPrevent and fight diseases by eating delicious foodWhether you're just discovering the healthfulness of the Mediterranean diet or are looking for some new recipes to add to your repertoire, The Mediterranean Diet For Dummies has everything you need to start living a healthier life.Related Title: For a quick introduction to this hot, diet phenomenon, try Mediterranean Diet In A Day For Dummies. Only available as an E-book, it is the fastest way to start the Mediterranean diet and lifestyle!
The Mediterranean Diet Cookbook for Two: 100 Perfectly Portioned Recipes for Healthy Eating
by Anne Danahy RDNSet your Mediterranean table for two with perfectly portioned dishes With crisp veggies, succulent seafood, hearty grains, and healthy oils, the Mediterranean diet makes nutritious eating a pleasure. This cookbook brings its bright flavors and bountiful health benefits to your table with recipes designed for two people. Relax and savor a delicious breezy seaside breakfast or a simple rustic dinner, all without leaving home. Together, discover how a Mediterranean lifestyle can reduce the risk of heart disease, aid in weight loss, and more. Change your life with healthy eating by cooking up meals that feature quick prep times and seasonal, accessible ingredients like the below: CITRUS FENNEL SALAD: Bursting with fresh oranges, creamy goat cheese, and toasted pecans, this bright and aromatic salad is like a plateful of sunshine. POACHED SALMON WITH MUSTARD-HERB SAUCE: Poaching rich salmon in a tangy mustard-yogurt sauce keeps the fish moist and flaky, with an added pop of flavor from dried tarragon. GREEK-INSPIRED BEEF KEBABS: Perfect for grilling on a summer night, these colorful beef and vegetable kebabs are marinated in tangy balsamic vinegar and fragrant rosemary. CHOCOLATE TURTLE HUMMUS: Discover the unexpected magic of chocolate with chickpeas in a sweet twist on a Mediterranean classic. Share the healthy Mediterranean diet with someone special. This cookbook for two makes it easy to cook in your kitchen and enjoy delicious, healthy food together.
The Mediterranean Diet for Beginners: The Complete Guide - 40 Delicious Recipes, 7-Day Diet Meal Plan, and 10 Tips for Success
by Callisto PublishingLearn to eat well, and live well, with this true beginner's guide to the Mediterranean dietRenowned for its health benefits, the Mediterranean diet promotes a cultural tradition that focuses on fresh, natural ingredients for every meal. The disease-fighting antioxidants and omega-3s found in the nutrient-rich foods central to the diet help promote:Heart healthWeight managementBone healthCognitive decline preventionReduction of stroke riskThe Mediterranean Diet for Beginners eases you into new eating habits with an overview of the Mediterranean diet and lifestyle, 40 introductory recipes, and a sample 7-day meal plan: from a breakfast of crisp, refreshing melon and berries in a Summer Day Fruit Salad to the smoky flake and tangy creaminess of Dilly Baked Salmon for dinner with lightly sweet Homemade Biscotti to finish—and that's just a single day!Other diet cookbooks overwhelm beginners with too much information and too many recipes. The Mediterranean Diet for Beginners is the perfect mix of insight and recipes to start your journey to healthier living.
Mediterranean Diet For Dummies
by Rachel BermanYour companion to the easy, family-friendly diet that anyone can follow The Mediterranean Diet incorporates the foods and eating habits of the Mediterranean to improve your health and promote longevity. Mediterranean Diet For Dummies shows you that you don't have to give up the things you love to live a healthy lifestyle. This easy-to-follow, sustainable diet focuses on plant-based foods and healthy fats, while still letting you enjoy favorites like meat and cheese, in moderation. Discover the proven benefits of the popular Mediterranean Diet, including reduced risk of chronic health conditions like heart disease and diabetes. Rachel Berman, a registered dietitian and recognized national nutrition expert, walks you through the latest research on this diet. You'll also find recipes and meal plans to help you get started on any budget. Find out why so many people are switching to a Mediterranean Diet, and get clear advice that will make it easy for you to switch, too. Learn how the Mediterranean Diet can improve your health and extend your life Get easy-to-understand summaries of the latest research on the diet, including its benefits for brain health Discover the pros and cons of adapting the Mediterranean Diet to fit your lifestyle Follow recipes and meal plans that take the guesswork out of healthy eating If you want or need to change your diet, this Dummies guide can be an important step toward a healthier lifestyle.
Mediterranean Diet For Dummies
by Rachel BermanExpert advice on transitioning to this healthy lifestyleThe Mediterranean diet is a widely respected and highly acclaimed diet based on the food and lifestyles common to the people of Greece, Cyprus, Southern France, Spain, and coastal Italy. In addition to being a healthy, extremely effective way of losing weight, the Mediterranean diet is considered an effective means of avoiding or reversing many health problems, such as cardiovascular issues, pre-Diabetes, and obesity.This hands-on, friendly guide covers the numerous health benefits of the Mediterranean diet and encourages meals that consist largely of healthy foods such as whole grains, fresh fruits and vegetables, olive oil and other healthy fats, fish, and foods high in Omega-3 fat content, such as seafood, nuts, beans, and dairy products. Featuring 20 delicious and nutritious recipes and chock-full of tips from consuming the best oils to whether wine is okay with meals (it is), Mediterranean Diet For Dummies serves as the formula for maximizing success in achieving ideal weight and health.Explains how switching to a Mediterranean diet can ward off the risk of many diseasesIncludes 20 tasty recipesAlso available: Mediterranean Diet Cookbook For DummiesIf you've heard of this highly acclaimed and publicized diet, Mediterranean Diet For Dummies helps you make the switch.
The Mediterranean Diet for Every Day: 4 Weeks of Recipes & Meal Plans to Lose Weight
by Telamon PressExperience the amazing benefits of the Mediterranean Diet in just one month. The Mediterranean Diet is certified as one of the healthiest diets by trusted organizations from the American Heart Association to the Mayo Clinic. With a focus on flavorful produce, healthy fats, whole grains, and wholesome natural foods, the Mediterranean Diet is a lifestyle change that is so enjoyable it won't feel like a diet. The Mediterranean Diet for Every Day will guide you through the first month of a successful Mediterranean Diet, making it easy to improve your heart health, reduce your risk of cardiovascular disease and diabetes, and create a path to sensible weight loss. With smart guidelines and mouthwatering recipes, The Mediterranean Diet for Every Day will make your transition to the Mediterranean Diet simple and painless. Designed to help you fit healthy changes into your busy lifestyle, The Mediterranean Diet for Every Day includes: More than 100 easy Mediterranean Diet recipes, including Italian-Herbed Lamb Chops, Whole-Grain Mediterranean Pizza, and even Whipped Chocolate Mousse 4-Week Mediterranean Diet meal plan to guide you through the diet one day at a time A detailed Mediterranean Diet food list-from whole-grain breads and pastas, to fresh seafood, to healthy fat sources like olives and avocados Sample grocery lists, tips for cooking Mediterranean Diet dishes, and essential advice on reading food labels The Mediterranean Diet for Every Day is your guide to making lasting changes to your diet that are both positive and delicious.
The Mediterranean Diet Guide and Cookbook
by Kimberly A. Tessmer Chef Stephanie GreenHealthy 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 antioxi-dants you acquire eating the Mediterranean way.
Mediterranean Diet In a Day For Dummies
by Meri Raffetto Wendy Jo PetersonThe way to eat if you want to reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke.The Mediterranean diet is a way of life - one where you eats lots of fresh food and slow down. More technically, the Mediterranean diet is a modern set of guidelines inspired by traditional diet patters of southern Italy, the Greek island of Crete, and other parts of Greece. For decades, doctors and nutritional experts have observed and confirmed that Mediterranean countries have much lower occurrences of hypertension, cardiovascular disease, obesity, cancer, and diabetes in their citizens than northern European countries and the United States. Mediterranean Diet In a Day For Dummies quickly gets you started on this healthy, delicious eating plan. With focused content and expert advice, you'll get a quick introduction to Mediterranean lifestyle principles and how they can help with disease prevention, weight management, and overall wellness. You'll discover how to tie all the Mediterranean diet and lifestyle concepts together and see what a Mediterranean Food Guide Pyramid looks like. With a focus on eating a diet rich in vegetables, fruits, whole grains, legumes, and seafood; eating less meat; and choosing healthy fats such as olive oil. The lifestyle also includes a focus the importance of fun activities, time shared with family and friends and an overall passion for life! With helpful charts and tables, you'll get listings of antioxidant-rich foods, health benefits by the color of your food, and cooking charts. You'll get detailed steps for building your meals with the Mediterranean mindset and easy-to-follow plans that list the foods, oils, herbs and spices, and cooking times that make it easy to get started. You'll even get a peek at a sample meal makeover - taking a traditional meal and making it a Mediterranean meal. Related Title: When you are ready for recipes, make your next book purchase, Mediterranean Diet Cookbook For Dummies. With over 150 recipes it is a terrific follow up to this get started guide.
Mediterranean Diet Meal Prep Cookbook: Weekly Plans and Recipes for a Healthy Lifestyle
by Lindsey Pine RD, MSFresh, ready-to-go meals for people on the Mediterranean diet Inspired by the wholesome, heart-healthy lifestyle of the Mediterranean region—and spotlighting regional ingredients like fresh seafood and produce—the Mediterranean diet has become one of the most popular methods of healthy eating. Packed with foolproof meal prep advice and deliciously balanced recipes, the Mediterranean Diet Meal Prep Cookbook makes starting and staying on the Mediterranean diet easy so you can reduce your total time in the kitchen—all while enjoying a lifetime of healthy eating. Before you get cooking, dig into an overview of the Mediterranean diet principles and health benefits. Master the art of prep with the dos and don'ts of meal planning and helpful storage solutions before jump-starting your diet with 6 weeklong meal preps—each including easy-to-follow recipes and time-saving tips. You'll find plenty of additional recipes to use as inspiration to customize your own meal prep menus, or even as a foundation for your own creative Mediterranean-style meals. The Mediterranean Diet Meal Prep Cookbook includes: Guess-free guidance—Take the guesswork out of what to eat with detailed shopping lists and colorful illustrations for essential equipment and grocery shopping tips. Prepped for success—The 6 weeklong meal preps are simplified to keep your kitchen time down, including suggestions for every meal, as well as step-by-step cooking instructions. Mouthwatering Mediterranean—Enjoy a taste of the Mediterranean with 95 delicious, nutritious recipes, including nutritional labels and storage tips. With the Mediterranean Diet Meal Prep Cookbook, you'll enjoy healthy, fresh, and fast Mediterranean flavors—without the labor.
Mediterranean Diet on a Budget: Recipes, Meal Plans, and Tips to Eat Healthfully for as Little as $50 a Week
by Emily CooperEat Mediterranean without breaking the bank Now it's easier than ever to enjoy the nutritious ingredients and delicious flavors of the Mediterranean diet—even if you're on a budget. Packed with cost-conscious takes on classic recipes and brand-new favorites, this Mediterranean cookbook shows you how simple and affordable it can be to eat a flavorful diet that supports your overall health.What sets this Mediterranean diet cookbook apart:Simple, mouthwatering meals—From Roasted Cauliflower Tagine to Za'atar Roasted Chicken Thighs, savor dishes that capture the essence of the Mediterranean with nourishing, easy-to-find ingredients.A 28-day meal plan—Jump straight into the diet with four weeks of meal plans and shopping lists that simplify Mediterranean cooking and help you maximize your budget.Cost-saving guidance—Find out how you can get more and pay less at the grocery store with coupon-clipping tips, smart shopping hacks, and more.Buy Mediterranean Diet on a Budget and whip up meals that your body and your bank account will thank you for.
Mediterranean Diet Slow Cooker Cookbook: 100 Healthy Recipes
by Shannon EpsteinThe healthy deliciousness of Mediterranean fare, the convenience of slow cookingThe captivating flavors of Mediterranean food aren't its only draw—the cuisine is packed with healthy ingredients like fresh produce, whole grains, and succulent seafood. With 100 set-it-and-forget-it slow cooker recipes, the Mediterranean Diet Slow Cooker Cookbook lets you enjoy the benefits of a Mediterranean diet—no long prep time (or plane trip!) required.In the Mediterranean Diet Slow Cooker Cookbook, you'll learn the basics of cooking for a Mediterranean diet and explore a variety of flavors from Italy, Greece, Morocco, and more. The helpful tips and cooking guidelines in this slow cooker cookbook make preparing the recipes even easier.Inside the Mediterranean Diet Slow Cooker Cookbook, you'll find:100 mouthwatering recipes—Savor Mediterranean-inspired foods like Shrimp Risotto, Chicken with Lemon and Artichokes, Lemon Olive Oil Cake, and more.Simple ingredients—The nourishing recipes in this slow cooker cookbook feature easy-to-find natural ingredients—nothing overly processed and no excessive additives.Low, slow cooking—Most dishes cook up in 6-8 hours, letting you go about your day stress-free; seafood and dessert recipes have a shorter cook time.Now you don't have to be in Rome to do as the Romans do—with the Mediterranean Diet Slow Cooker Cookbook, you can eat well every day in your own home.
The Mediterranean Diet Weight Loss Solution: The 28-Day Kickstart Plan for Lasting Weight Loss
by Julene Stassou MS, RDA holistic approach to weight loss with easy Mediterranean diet recipes and a 28-day meal plan.The Mediterranean diet is a healthy and delicious way to lose weight and nurture your overall health and well-being. Filled with 100 tasty, low-calorie recipes and a 28-day meal plan to help kick-start your weight loss, this Mediterranean diet cookbook is specifically designed to help you lose weight, keep it off, and maintain a healthy lifestyle.This is more than a cookbook, it's a comprehensive book on the Mediterranean diet that offers a healthy alternative for weight loss. Explore simple Mediterranean diet recipes that cut calories without sacrificing flavor, like Berry and Yogurt Parfait, Easy Zucchini Lasagna Wraps, and One-Pan Tuscan Chicken. Four weeks of pre-planned menus and exercise routines help you establish healthy habits and accelerate your weight loss without requiring much time or effort.This Mediterranean cookbook includes: A Mediterranean diet primer—Learn more about the pitfalls of the standard American diet and how the Mediterranean diet offers a healthy alternative for sustainable weight loss and holistic well-being.The science of weight loss—Get essential information about how weight loss works, including how to identify your daily caloric intake, the importance of exercise and rest, and tips for portion control.Quick and easy dishes—Spend less time in the kitchen with convenient recipe labels for 30-minute and one-pot meals, plus make-ahead tips, shopping lists, and suggestions for leftovers.Exercise, rest, and relaxation tips—Discover how to get the most out of your workouts and create a schedule of sleep and activity that facilitates weight loss.Lose weight and feel your best with help from this complete Mediterranean diet guide and cookbook.
The Mediterranean Dish: 120 Bold and Healthy Recipes You'll Make on Repeat: A Mediterranean Cookbook
by Suzy KaradshehThe highly anticipated debut cookbook from the creator of The Mediterranean Dish website, with more than 120 recipes for bright and flavorful Mediterranean diet-inspired meals. &“I want to cook everything in this book! It&’s not just beautiful—the recipes are fresh and exciting.&”—Gina Homolka, New York Times bestselling author of the Skinnytaste cookbooksWhat began as one of the first online Mediterranean food blogs has blossomed into the leading site for modern Mediterranean cooking and lifestyle with millions of readers—and now it is the inspiration for the long-awaited first cookbook from Suzy Karadsheh. In her cookbook, Suzy brings cross-culturally inspired dishes from throughout the Mediterranean into American home kitchens, using easy-to-find ingredients and easy-to-follow, tested-to-perfection recipes to make your meals more vibrant, delicious, and yes—even a little healthier, too! Born and raised by the sea in Port Said, Egypt, Suzy lived in Michigan and Des Moines with her family before moving to Atlanta, where she now lives. Her modern cooking reflects the rich and complex traditions of the Mediterranean and Middle East, from Greece and southern Spain to Jordan and Tunisia, as well as inspiration from her new Southern roots. Practical and weeknight-easy recipes include: Spanakopita Egg Muffins, Chicken Shawarma Bowls, Garlicky Spinach and Chickpea Soup with Lemon and Pecorino Romano, Roasted Asparagus Salad with Cherry Tomatoes and Basil, Middle Eastern Rice Pilaf with Toasted Vermicelli and Pine Nuts, Orange-Cardamom Olive Oil Cake, and of course Homemade Pita Bread to serve with just about everything. Suzy&’s winning combination of approachable instructions, reliable recipes, stunning photography, charming authentic stories, and simple assemblies is sure to thrill anyone hungry to eat healthier food that bursts with flavor and spice.
The Mediterranean Dish: 125 Easy Mediterranean Diet-Inspired Recipes to Eat Well and Live Joyfully: A Cookbook
by Suzy KaradshehKeep the love, ditch the labor with more than 125 fresh, hearty, Mediterranean diet-friendly sheet pan, one-pot, and mix-and-match meals from the bestselling author of The Mediterranean Dish.&“With its vibrant, bold, and robust flavors, this cookbook promises to bring you an array of healthy, fresh, and effortlessly seasonal recipes perfect for gathering friends and family around the table for years to come.&”—Carla Hall, chef, TV personality, and author of Carla Hall&’s Soul FoodIn The Mediterranean Dish: Simply Dinner beloved blogger and bestselling author Suzy Karadsheh offers more than 125 recipes for incredibly delicious, nutritious Mediterranean diet-inspired meals that are so easy to get on the table.Each chapter hones in on a different save-the-day technique, like the magic of one-pan cooking (One-Pan Chicken Drumsticks with Orzo); efficient and cozy one-pot suppers (Pantry Tomato Soup with Couscous and Pine Nuts); and fast and lean grilling (Shawarma-Spiced Steak). Skillet meals, supper salads, and mix-and-match mezze abound, along with a section devoted to protein add-ons in case you just want to add some quick skillet shrimp to Blistered Green Beans with Hazelnuts and Roasted Garlic–Dijon Dressing and call it a day. Along with practical ideas, meal planning, storage tips, and no-fuss shortcuts, Suzy shows you how to build flavor the Mediterranean way so that you can turn even the humblest of ingredients into what she calls a &“flavor party.&” Both new fans and devoted ones will love Suzy&’s joyful, relaxed approach to accessible and bold-flavored cooking.
The Mediterranean Family Table: 125 Simple, Everyday Recipes Made with the Most Delicious and Healthiest Food on Earth
by Angelo Acquista Laurie Ann VandermolenTutti a tavola—All to the table with this bounty of Mediterranean recipes to try, savor, and gather aroundTo help his patients improve their health, Dr. Angelo Acquista began “prescribing” them recipes for nutritious and flavorful home-cooked meals prepared with ingredients key to the Mediterranean diet. The Mediterranean Family Table combines his medical experience and Sicilian roots to outline the guiding principles of the Mediterranean diet and takes it one step further with a collection of easy, wholesome, and delicious recipes the entire family will love.From purees made with fresh vegetables that will tempt the taste buds of bambini—and can serve as easy sides for the rest of the family—to recipes tailored to meet the special nutritional needs of children and seniors (highlighted by icons for easy reference), this well-curated collection of recipes will allow you to:• Reinvent classic recipes by replacing mayonnaise and butter with heart-healthy olive oil in dishes like Mediterranean Potato Salad and Olive Oil Mashed Potatoes• Discover good-for-you Mediterranean greens in kid-approved recipes like Orecchiette with Bread Crumbs and Broccoli Rabe, and Swiss Chard and Cannellini Beans alla Alessandra• Create your own “Sunday Supper” family tradition with recipes like Quick and Easy Tomato Sauce and Mama’s Meatballs with PastaThe Mediterranean Family Table contains a wealth of helpful information, including how to make healthier eating choices; instill good habits in kids that will last a lifetime; and buy, store, and cook ingredients fundamental to the Mediterranean diet. Anecdotes from Acquista’s family history are woven throughout, as well as stories of growing up near the Mediterranean Sea, and the techniques he uses to incorporate what he learned from his Sicilian upbringing into his busy, landlocked, modern family life. Buon appetito!
Mediterranean Grilling: More Than 100 Recipes from Across the Mediterranean
by Diane KochilasMediterranean Grilling presents a collection of classic and new recipes for flame-kissed dishes from the regions surrounding the Mediterranean Sea, where the great grilling tradition dates back to ancient times, but the flavors are always fresh.Diane Kochilas takes the familiar and much-loved cooking method of grilling and pairs it with the cuisines of the Mediterranean, introducing home cooks to a whole new world of flavors that can be created in their own backyards. From Turkish kebabs and Spanish-style grilled artichokes to French grillades and Greek vegetable kebabs, Mediterranean Grilling offers an irresistible array of contemporary and traditional grilled specialties.Enjoy Grilled Tomato Soup with Spicy Yogurt, Greek Lamb Biftekia Stuffed with Spiced Feta, and Swordfish Souvlaki with Lemon-Olive Oil Marinade. Many dishes are simple and served right from the grill, while others are the basis for more complex soups, salads, and pastas. With recipes as varied as goat cheese appetizers and charred pita breads, fresh fish and marinated lamb, garden vegetables and juicy peaches drizzled with honey syrup, as well as dazzling full-color photographs, Mediterranean Grilling lets home cooks turn on the flame and turn up the flavor as never before.
Mediterranean Harvest: Vegetarian Recipes from the World's Healthiest Cuisine
by Martha Rose ShulmanIntensely flavorful and inherently healthy, Mediterranean food is one of the world's most appealing cuisines. Mediterranean cooks know how to make eating a pleasure. They do it simply—with olive oil and garlic; with herbs and spices; with tomatoes and eggplants, peppers and squash, figs and peaches, and other seasonal produce. And of course there is crusty bread and local cheese, the freshest yogurt and endless wine. In this authoritative and anecdotal cookbook, award-winning author Martha Rose Shulman captures the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean region in more than 500 delicious vegetarian dishes that will appeal to everyone. The book represents years of meticulous research gleaned from Shulman's travels through France, Spain, Italy, the Balkans, Greece, Turkey, North Africa, and the Middle East. She presents authentic contemporary variations as well. You'll dine with her in Greek olive groves, feast on recipes handed down from mother to daughter for generations, and she offers her own tomatoes and fresh sardines in Croatia, savor coffee gelato in the streets of Bologna. At every turn in the road there is a new culinary reward. Whether you are a vegetarian or a dedicated meat eater, Shulman's recipes are substantial enough to satisfy any appetite. Included are such tempting creations as Majorcan Bread and Vegetable Soup, Provençal Chick Pea Salad, Pasta with Ligurian Artichoke Sauce, Greek Cauliflower Gratin with Feta and Olives, Balkan-Style Moussaka, North African Carrot "Compote," and Sweet Dessert Couscous with Citrus and Pomegranate. There is also an entire chapter devoted to the renowned "little foods" of the Mediterranean: tapas from Spain, antipasti and merende from Italy; meze from the eastern and southern Mediterranean, and more. In addition, the book features a glossary of useful cookware and indispensable pantry staples and the best online sources for hard-to-find ingredients. As Martha Rose Shulman herself says, "Mediterranean food enthralls me." Readers of Mediterranean Harvest will be enthralled as well.
Mediterranean Instant Pot: Easy, Inspired Meals for Eating Well
by America'S Test KitchenBringing together the #1 diet and the #1 most popular kitchen appliance, this Instant Pot-authorized cookbook makes it more convenient than ever to cook the Mediterranean way, incorporating more vegetables, grains, beans, and seafood into your diet, and exploring the healthful, authentic flavors of cuisines ranging from Turkish to North African in everyday one-pot meals. Made in the Instant Pot, succulent meals such as Chicken Tagine, Lamb Meatballs with Couscous, Pickled Onions and Tahini, Shrimp and Asparagus Risotto, and Gigante Bean Soup with Celery and Olives become hands-off affairs for the busy cook. The Instant Pot also takes the waiting game out of cooking dried beans and sturdy grains so it's easy to enjoy them more often. And vegetables get star billing, both as main dishes (Braised Whole Cauliflower with Tomatoes and North African Spices), and sides (Marinated Artichokes, and Baba Ganoush) Recipes embrace the tenets of the Mediterranean Diet Pyramid, translating its less-meat-and-more-vegetables approach into vibrant, healthy one-dish meals that take the guesswork out of balancing portions and multiple dishes. Most recipes are ready in under an hour. And full nutritional information is provided.