Why Eat Like An Italian?
The Mediterranean Lifestyle offers food that is both delicious and healthy. On this website, we discuss "why" this is the case, and "how" you can incorporate the wisdom of past generations into your modern routines. Buon appetito!
Italy - The BEST of Mediterranean Cuisine
The Mediterranean Diet and Cholesterol
The topic of the Mediterranean diet and cholesterol is a tricky one. For one thing, past generations of Mediterranean populations didn’t really give cholesterol much thought at all. Low cholesterol levels were simply a consequence of an overall healthy lifestyle. In fact, the “discovery” that the Mediterranean diet is heart-healthy was made by the American
What Proteins Are in the Mediterranean Diet?
The Mediterranean diet is renowned for its focus on wholesome, nutrient-rich foods that promote overall health and well-being. It emphasizes the consumption of plant-based foods, including a variety of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, and nuts, which provide essential vitamins, minerals, and fiber. Healthy fats, particularly olive oil, are a cornerstone of the diet, offering
Italian Secrets to Longevity with Valter Longo
Recently there was a New York Times article highlighting the Italian scientist and longevity guru, Dr. Valter Longo. I have been following Dr. Longo for years, and I’m happy to see that his work is finally getting more attention from the mainstream press. If you don’t know of his work, I’ve written about it several
Mediterranean Diet For Mental Health
The health benefits of The Mediterranean Diet are well documented, especially with regards to preventing cardiovascular disease, Type II Diabetes, and even many cancers. But more recently, physicians are beginning to prescribe The Mediterranean Diet for mental health, too. In a world where the pursuit of mental well-being has become increasingly vital, the link between
About the author
Ciao,
I'm Rick
While living in Italy for several years, I accidentally discovered the many glorious benefits of eating a Mediterranean diet. I say “accidentally” because it wasn’t a conscious effort, but rather the natural consequence of trying my best to adapt to the local culture. Since returning to the U.S., I've been using my medical/science background to better understand the mechanisms that make the Italian diet so much healthier than the "Global Industrial Diet."
When you hear “Eat Like an Italian,” what comes to mind?
Does it imply healthy Mediterranean food or the most delicious cuisine in the world?
Well, both, obviously! But exactly "how" does it work? Let's dive deeper into one of the secrets that nobody is talking about when it comes to the Mediterranean Diet: Fasting
Italian Secrets to Longevity with Valter Longo
Recently there was a New York Times article highlighting the Italian scientist and longevity guru, Dr. Valter Longo. I have been following Dr. Longo for years, and I’m happy to see that his work is finally getting more attention from the mainstream press. If you don’t know of his work, I’ve written about it several
How Fasting Slows Aging
There are many factors that go into how each individual ages, nutrition and diet habits being among the most important. A study published in Nature Aging indicates that a significant caloric reduction can slow the pace of aging significantly, probably even more than smoking cessation. American life expectancy is much higher than it was a
Intermittent Fasting Diets
An intermittent fasting diet… doesn’t sound too appealing, does it? Even before you wade into the details, you’re already pretty sure that you wouldn’t like it, battling hunger pangs the whole while. Well, that may or may not be true, but what do intermittent fasting diets look like in practice? First of all, fasting has
How Fasting Benefits Your Health: A Comprehensive Guide
Fasting has been practiced for centuries, but only recently has it gained popularity as a health and wellness trend. Fasting has been shown to have numerous health benefits, including weight loss, improved mental clarity, reduced inflammation, and increased lifespan. Fasting has also been shown to improve insulin sensitivity, lower blood sugar levels, and reduce the
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