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All about the Mediterranean Diet, from guiding
principles to specific recipes, for people who want to improve
their health by improving their eating habits. Most people know
that a Mediterranean—style diet is "good for them," but many lack
the information that determines the diet's success. The Mediterranean
Heart Diet does what most doctors who recommend the diet don't:
spells out which foods are "out" and which are "in," and why.
Doctors recommend a Mediterranean eating style to thousands who
are diagnosed each year with heart disease because it is "heart—healthy"—it
promotes lower saturated—fat consumption, and helps lower cholesterol
and blood pressure levels.
It is an all—purpose style of eating that also benefits those
at risk of developing certain cancers and those with a diabetic
condition, because it is high in antioxidant—rich foods and whole
grains. The Mediterranean Heart Diet not only provides a full
range of satisfying recipes but also covers the science behind
the diet's health benefits. Readers learn to create their own
healthful eating plans and establish new habits.
More than 140 delicious recipes are included, from satisfying
Lentil and Broccoli Soup to tangy Halibut in Citrus Sauce. All
recipes feature nutritional analysis by serving, including food
exchanges.
Author Biography: Helen V. Fisher has written several cookbooks
and recently has worked with doctors and dietitians to create
health books with recipe components. Cynthia Thomson, Ph.D., R.D.,
is a clinical nutrition research specialist at the Arizona Cancer
Center at the University of Arizona. Both authors live in Tuscon,
Arizona.
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