Mediterranean Diet in the News
Mediterranean Diet in the News
You may have seen many recent news pieces about the Mediterranean diet. International Mediterranean Diet Month is a time when the world is focusing on the positive effects of the lifestyle and diet of the Mediterranean area. Research is now pointing to the fact that this lifestyle & diet may very well help in the battle against dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.
Our home care services offer an excellent resource to helping you focus on eating in the lifestyle known as the Mediterranean diet. Our caregivers can help you make meals that follow this type of eating, help you shop for the right foods, and be a part of your move towards a healthier lifestyle.
What Is the Mediterranean Diet?
- 1993 – Oldways, the European W.H.O., & Harvard School of Public Health introduced a way of eating that had proven to be one of the healthiest approaches yet.
- Based on how most people who live in the Mediterranean area eat & live.
- Focuses on eating fresh fruits & vegetables, healthy oils, and little to no processed foods.
- The basics of The Mediterranean Diet per Oldways.
In The News
Here are some of the findings recently in the news:
- Protects from Typical Shrinking of the Aging Brain – Research is pointing to the fact that many of the foods on the diet are known to promote heart & brain health. This means that following the Mediterranean lifestyle of eating could be beneficial to reduce brain shrinkage as you age. Our brains shrink naturally as we age so this is an amazing find!
- Alzheimer’s & Dementia Prevention – Again, the brain health comes into play with the types of foods promoted in this diet. This article explains how eating the foods that those eat in the Mediterranean could be helpful in preventing Alzheimer’s disease & dementia.
- Cancer Prevention –There are little to no processed foods with this style of eating. Based on the fact that it promotes eating fresh fruits, vegetables, and fish one of the health benefits includes cancer prevention.
- Anti-Inflammatory Benefits – The diet is known to be beneficial in reducing inflammation. It directly affects inflammation associated with a number of diseases, including arthritis.
- Better Skin – As we age our skin tends to dry and lack the luster it once had. The Mediterranean Diet is known for avoiding foods that wreak havoc on our skin, such as sugar, chemicals, and salt. One of the benefits is healthier, better looking skin.
The Mediterranean diet is a wonderful option to promoting better health as you age and our caregivers are ready to help you age successfully!
Keeping you happy & safe
Right At Home,
Gregg Balbera