Mediterranean Diet

Learn How The Mediterranean Diet Will Help You Lose Weight Permanently

By Ian Robertson, Managing Editor PhenForum Daily and the
Weight Loss Club

The Mediterranean Diet calls for large consumption of fruits, vegetables, potatoes, cereals, beans, seeds, nuts, and bread.

Sample Meals

Breakfast
1/3 cantaloupe
1 slice whole-grain toast
2 tsp peanut butter
1 apple

Lunch
2 cups fresh spinach salad
2 ounces grilled chicken breast
1 tbs. olive oil
1 tbs. vinaigrette
1 small whole-wheat pita
1 apple

Dinner
5 ounces fish (cod, halibut, etc.)
1 small sweet potato
2-3 cups broccoli, carrots, peppers, onions sauteed in garlic and olive oil
1 cup fresh fruit

Snacks (mid morning or afternoon)
1 small handful of nuts (almonds, peanuts, pecans, walnuts, etc.)

Olive oil is commonly used for cooking and dressings. The diet calls for moderate consumption of fish but little red meat. A low to moderate amount of full fat cheeses and yogurt is consumed.

And contrary to popular belief, there is only a moderate consumption of wine that is usually only had during meals.

Also, there is a strong reliance on seasonal produce. And lastly, those living in the Mediterranean live an active lifestyle which is vital for complete state of fitness.