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Mediterranean Diet

 

The Mediterranean Diet Healthy Weight Plan

Did you know that there is a type of diet that may help you live longer, lower your risk of heart disease and cancer, and lower your cholesterol? This diet is known as the Mediterranean diet, and it consists mostly of grains, fruits, beans, and vegetables.

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"...the Mediterranean Diet is healthier than the American diet...."

- Heart Information Network

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The Secret of the Mediterranean's Lifelong Health

Researchers have discovered that people in the countries that border the Mediterranean Sea exhibit strikingly low rates of heart disease compared to Americans and others. Extensive research in the past few years has isolated key dietary habits as a vital part of the vicinities lower rates of chronic disease.

Dietary data from those parts of the Mediterranean region that in the recent past enjoyed the lowest recorded rates of chronic diseases and the highest adult life expectancy ate a diet like the " Mediterranean Diet Healthy Weight Plan" 

This diet is known as the Mediterranean diet, and it consists mostly of grains, fruits, beans, and vegetables. This style of eating includes little meat and plenty of olive oil.   Researchers suggest that the live bacterial cultures of yogurt may also have contributed to the regions good health.  One item commonly found in Mediterranean dishes is garlic. Garlic may help prevent blood clots, lower your cholesterol level, and protect you against cancer.

The Mediterranean diet also includes moderate amounts of wine. Some researchers think this may account for Mediterranean s' healthy hearts.   For men moderation is two glasses per day, for women moderation is one glass per day.
 
There is a general consensus among health professionals that the Mediterranean Diet is healthier than the North European and American diet because more grains, such as spaghetti, fruits, vegetables, legumes, nuts, and olive oil are consumed.  Moderate amounts of fish and cheese and very little red meat is consumed.

Key features of the Mediterranean diet:

bulletHigh consumption of breads, pasta, rice, couscous, polenta, bulgur and potatoes
bulletHigh consumption of fruits (3-4 pieces a day), legumes and vegetables (5 different varieties)
bulletModerate amounts of grilled and steamed fish
bulletModerate amounts of olive oil - consumed with fresh vegetables and on salads
bulletSmall portions of lean red meat with no visible fat, lean pork
bulletAlcohol in small amounts
bulletHigh intake of antioxidants
bulletRegular exercise is believed to be such an important part of Mediterranean health that it is part of the Mediterranean pyramid.
Go Here to see The Traditional Healthy Mediterranean Diet Pyramid

How does this diet work?

bulletWhat will I receive?
You will receive six weeks of
The Mediterranean Diet Healthy Weight Plan, one week at a time in your email.  Each week will come with a shopping list and all delicious, easy to prepare recipes are included.   You will also receive your own, private nutritional counselor's email address to answer any questions you might have in the six week period.
bulletWhere can I get personal dietary counseling?
You will receive your own, private nutritional counselor's email address to answer any questions you might have.  The Diet 4U Online's nutritional counselors provide daily (if needed) guidance to help you understand the way the program works and to help you monitor your progress. With their help, you will learn to adjust your food intake according to your body's needs.
bulletDo I have to buy special foods to be successful on this diet?
Not at all. Even in the strictest sense, this diet includes lean meat, poultry, seafood, low fat cheese, eggs, egg substitutes and a wide variety of vegetables. Whole fruits, cereal and skim milk are added to the list of foods you can consume. Wheat, multi-grain and pita bread, as well as whole wheat pasta, brown rice, peas, beans and lentils are part of your normal food intake.  Olive oil and a small amount of wine are also part of the meal plan.  Vegetarians can substitute tofu for the fish, poultry and meat.
bulletHow much weight will I lose? 
This is not a weight loss diet, rather a health plan that will assist your body to reach and maintain it's optimal weight.  It will depend how much you weigh to start.  Overweight, men lose an average of 6-8 pounds after the first two weeks on this diet. Women lose an average of 4-6 pounds. In subsequent weeks, clients that are overweight lose an average of 1-2 pounds each week.

bulletHow long do I stay on The Mediterranean Diet Healthy Weight Plan?
This meal plan is for six weeks, however you can stay on this way of eating for life.  In the six weeks you will learn how, what and when to eat, so you can continue on your own.  If you feel you would like more counseling after your six weeks, it will be made available!


bulletHow much will this six week program cost?
Six weeks of meal plans, shopping lists, recipes, and individualized counseling is only $29.95.  This is less then $5 a week.  You can kick-start your new, lean and healthy body for less than a cup of coffee per day. And unlike other programs, we will NEVER charge you again!
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