The traditional Atlantic diet of northwestern Spain and Portugal consists of local, fresh, minimally processed seasonal foods such as vegetables, fruits, whole grains, beans, and olive oil, along with high consumption of fish and other seafood. It shares similarities with the Mediterranean diet and has been linked to improved metabolic risk factors as well as […]
Mini Pistachio Thumbprint Cookies Recipe, For Your Best Health: The Mediterranean Diet (Still No. 1) Among the most important news items I share in this newsletter are results of scientific studies on the benefits of olive oil and, in a larger context, the Mediterranean diet. I love to report on research that shows how this […]
With a minimal amount of sugar, these cookies pack all the heart-healthy benefits of nuts, a key food—along with extra virgin olive oil—of the Mediterranean diet. Though sweets are the smallest food group on the Mediterranean diet food pyramid, we know that an occasional treat can help us stay on track with this healthful way […]
Pan-Sautéed Cod Recipe, Spotlight on Pan, No-Waste Lemon Rinds, Breakfast for Your Brain and Exercise Can’t Undo the Heart Risks of Sugary Beverages Do you shy away from making fish at home? It doesn’t have to be tricky. What’s more, fish is not only tasty, but also fast to prepare. Cod is a meaty yet […]
