The Mediterranean Diet (Mass Market Paperback)

~ (Author) "Imagine yourself sitting in a sun-drenched outdoor cafe on the banks of the Greek Mediterranean shore..." (more)
Key Phrases: Mediterranean Diet Pyramid, United States, American Heart Association (more...)

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Discover the Benefits of Eating the Mediterranean Way

Scientists and researchers have discovered that traditional Mediterranean cuisine is one of the most healthful, nutritious diets in the world -- one that can help you live longer and enjoy far lower rates of coronary heart disease and other chronic conditions, including diabetes and cancer.

This essential book invites you into the world of this sun-drenched, succulent, and irresistibly delicious way of eating, providing:

• In-depth nutritional information about each food category
• A 7-day eating plan filled with savory meals
• A 3-day exercise plan to get you started
• Luscious soup-to-nut recipes for such mouth-watering delights as Moroccan vegetable stew, eggplant Parmesan, French cassoulet, and homemade custard.
• Ways to prepare dishes that satisfy your taste buds and help you lose weight too!

Improve your health, well-being, longevity; and quality of life with The Medeterainenan Diet.

About the Author

Marissa Cloutier, M.S., R.D., is a professional nutritionist. She has served as the Inpatient Clinical Dietician at Faulkner Hospital in Boston, and as the Director of Nutrition for Physicians Weight Control Clinics, Inc., in Boston.

Product Details

• Mass Market Paperback: 304 pages
• Publisher: HarperTorch; 1 edition (January 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0380814412
• ISBN-13: 978-0380814411
• Product Dimensions: 6.6 x 4.1 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (29 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #628,667 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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63 of 63 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I love this book., July 6, 2005

By	gay denesse (New Orleans, La, USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: The Mediterranean Diet (Mass Market Paperback)

This book is packed with information, and confirms what I always felt to be true about nutrition. There aren't alot of recipies, which only reflects on the simplicity of the Mediterranean style of eating. I have dozens of cookbooks, I really didn't need another one. With this book, I was inspired to use all of the fresh produce that I already enjoyed, but in a simpler and healthier way. I was also able to release any guilt about using whole grains and fresh fruits and vegetables, just because it was a carb, or just because it was a fat. It really makes sense to me. Keep it simple. Leave out the processing.

60 of 62 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Very good book about a healthier way of eating, March 30, 2005

By	Sharon K. Lewis (Columbus,Ohio USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: The Mediterranean Diet (Mass Market Paperback)

I really liked reading the Mediterranean Diet book. It is very imformative and helpful in giving out good common sense nutritional information. I have not tried any of the recipes in the book yet, but I plan to in the future. I have been eating a "Mediterranean style" diet for the past year and I have lost 20 pounds and feel better. I do not cook a lot of fancy gourmet meals, but I cook very simple meals made from natural ingredients. I avoid fast food and highly processed food as much as possible. I eat more fresh fruits, veggies, whole grain cereals and good quality fish and chicken. I use extra-virgin olive oil in most of my cooking and limit my intake of sugar and processed sweets. Most of my snacks and "desserts" consists of fruit,plain yogurt,olives, nuts and other natural foods. I feel much better since I stopped eating all the processed fast food junk loaded with chemicals. It doesn't take a rocket scientist to learn how to eat healthy. If the food is natural and unprocessed and doesn't have any artificial ingredients, then it is healthy.

80 of 85 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Recommended by my gastro, July 16, 2002

By A Customer

I was recommended this diet by my gastro after being diagnosed with IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) & acid reflux. I had tried the Hawaii Diet and liked it allot but it had no protein and I found that a drag.
So I got this fellow and lemme tell you, it's very complete. They discuss and make allowances for everything under the sun. No thinking just follow the servings and oila I feel better, I lost weight and I get to eat protein.
But seriously this is a very complete book with thorough discussions of every aspect and a pyramid that leaves nothing to chance.