This issue is dedicated to The Golden Season in which we invite you to a new journey of discovery and knowledge around the Mediterranean. Autumn has knocked at our door and it’s time for cozy autumn soups and seasonal dishes, including beetroot and squash. Do you know how to choose the best olive oil? In this issue we have expert tips and uses on how to choose the right olive oil and understanding the different types. For off season travel adventurers we have destinations that will inspire you to pack your bags again and fly away. We visit the famous wineries of Santorini, the island of Patmos, the Etna volcano and Ronda, a lesser-known jewel in Spain that once fascinated the famous Ernest Hemingway and Orson Welles. And last but not least we come to the ultimate question that also preoccupied Aristotle: What is happiness and how does one become happy?

Achieve optimal health and live longer with timeless advice from Mediterranean culture The Mediterranean lifestyle offers achievable and enjoyable opportunities for a longer, healthier, and happier life. By incorporating simple and fun habits into your daily life, you can enjoy these lasting benefits. In Mediterranean Lifestyle For Dummies, best-selling author, Mediterranean lifestyle ambassador, chef, and culinary expert Amy Riolo walks you through the basic lifestyle practices that have stood the test of time and will transform the way you eat, socialize, and experience life. You’ll find practical ways to enjoy increased energy, better sleep, an improved attitude, and a revitalized social life. You’ll learn to make a healthy, produce-based diet the centerpiece of a new approach to living that includes engaging with nature, making mealtimes sacred, and laughing at life every day. More than 30 delicious, simple, and authentic Mediterranean recipes from various countries in the region, this book shows you how to: Benefit from ancient wisdom which has enabled people to survive and thrive well into their 90s for millennia Adopt a food-friendly approach that makes cooking for yourself, friends, and family an opportunity for fun and memorable experiences Organize your pantry and kitchen around Mediterranean principles so making simple, healthy foods becomes second nature Make time for yourself, your family, and your friends by reconnecting with the outdoors, siestas, and communal meals The transformational opportunity found in this lifestyle guide is about more than improving your diet and losing a few pounds. It’s about showing you how to find a happier and healthier you without resorting to fads, tricks, shortcuts, or diets that only last a few days. By revealing the often-overlooked cultural traditions and lifestyle components that have earned the Mediterranean Diet top ranking among the world’s diets, this book will help you to achieve lasting and meaningful results, anytime and anywhere. Mediterranean Lifestyle For Dummies is for anyone who wants more flavor in their food, more wine in their glass, more friends at their table, and more life in their life.

Discover the Ancient Secrets to Longevity and Unparalleled Health with Mediterranean Magic! Are you tired of feeling run down, sluggish, and searching for the key to unlock boundless energy and vitality? Look no further! Introducing Mediterranean Magic: Unlock the Secret to Longevity and Vibrant Health, your comprehensive guide to transforming your life through the wisdom of the Mediterranean lifestyle. In this groundbreaking eBook, you'll learn how to harness the power of the Mediterranean diet and way of living to revitalize your mind, body, and spirit. This time-tested approach, cherished by generations, is backed by modern scientific research, proving its effectiveness in promoting overall well-being, preventing chronic diseases, and enhancing mental health. Here's just a glimpse of what you'll uncover in Mediterranean Magic: A step-by-step guide to adopting the Mediterranean diet, filled with delicious, nutrient-rich recipes that will tantalize your taste buds and nourish your body. Insider tips on embracing the Mediterranean lifestyle, including how to incorporate physical activity, mindfulness practices, and social connections into your daily routine. Expert advice on personalizing the Mediterranean lifestyle to suit your unique needs and preferences, ensuring long-lasting success. Strategies for overcoming potential barriers to adopting the Mediterranean lifestyle, empowering you to create sustainable and lasting changes in your life. But that's not all! With Mediterranean Magic, you'll also gain access to exclusive bonus chapters that delve deeper into the many benefits of this transformative lifestyle, such as environmental sustainability and spiritual well-being. Don't miss out on this life-changing opportunity to revitalize your body, sharpen your mind, and nourish your soul. Get ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery and boundless health with Mediterranean Magic: Unlock the Secret to Longevity and Vibrant Health! Take control of your health and well-being today. Purchase your copy of Mediterranean Magic and unlock the ancient secrets to living your best life. Your journey towards a happier, healthier, and more vibrant you starts here!

A full-color guide to the Mediterranean Diet, featuring weight-loss techniques, lifestyle changes and tasty recipes. Living the Mediterranean Diet creates an approachable way to maintain a healthy and active lifestyle and includes a bounty of traditional Mediterranean recipes presented with a California flair. With the fresh and nutritious recipes in this book, you can enjoy creative dishes to stay healthy and fit: • Butternut Squash-Pomegranate Hummus • Eggplant and Kalamata Rolls • Heirloom Tomato and Kale Pizza • Barley Risotto with Mushroom, Fig and Arugula • Wild Salmon with Dill-Yogurt Sauce • Tuscan Tomato and Cannellini Soup with Kale • Seared Scallops over Spinach • Whole Roasted Apple-Rosemary Chicken • Farfalle Pasta with Sunflower Seed Pesto • Quinoa Kale Salad with Roasted Squash Hearty whole grains; crisp, farmers’ market vegetables; luscious, garden-grown fruits; freshly caught fish—the Mediterranean Diet has proven itself as one of the most sustainable programs for improving health and achieving your ideal weight. “Mediterranean dining came naturally to the authors. Nigro’s family was Italian-American, so it was in his blood. And Ewald’s family grew up on a farm, so their focus on fresh, un-processed, plant-based foods was already a way of life. I like that this is more a lifestyle than a diet. It doesn’t endorse CrossFit and protein shakes. It is instead a life that embraces enjoyment. Pleasure is to be found in nature, health in eating naturally.” —Ellen Clifford, writer for HelloGiggles (the positive online community founded by Zooey Deschanel, Molly McAleer, and Sophia Rossi)

The Mediterranean Diet: An Evidence-Based Approach, Second Edition provides authoritative material on the many facets surrounding the complex interrelationships between diet, nutrition, health and well-being. The book discusses historical, cultural and scientific foundations, with chapters delving into nutritional adequacy, agricultural practices, food culture, mortality, quality of life, children and adolescents, behavior, cardiovascular diseases, diet quality, nutritional knowledge, nuts, minerals, olive oil, hydroxytyrosol, water, antioxidant nutritional status, ketogenics, adiposity, metabolic syndrome, type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular risk, nutrigenetics, epigenetics, the link between epigenetics and pregnancy, gene polymorphisms bone health, insulin signaling inflammatory gene expression, and more. - Provides supportive evidence to embrace a holistic approach in understanding the Mediterranean diet, from the cell to the well-being of geographical populations - Addresses concepts, overviews, components of the diet, and medical, health and nutritional aspects - Contains coverage of emerging fields of diet science and important discoveries relating to diet and nutrition

Unlock the Power of the Mediterranean Lifestyle for Optimal Health, Happiness, and Success Frustrated with the limitations of modern living? Seeking a more meaningful and fulfilling way of life? Want to boost your physical, mental, and emotional well-being? What you will find in this book: 1. Discover the healthy and delicious Mediterranean diet, and how it can improve your overall health. 2. Learn how embracing the sun can boost your happiness, mood, and natural defenses. 3. Engage in adventurous Mediterranean sports and activities for physical and mental growth. 4. Understand the importance of the Mediterranean lifestyle in promoting happiness and well-being. 5. Appreciate the rich history and legacy of Mediterranean traditions and their positive impact on men. 6. Boost your productivity and satisfaction with the harmony and tranquility of Mediterranean design. 7. Harness the power of spirituality and religion in the Mediterranean lifestyle for a deeper sense of purpose. 8. Master the art of the Mediterranean man and embrace the full potential of masculinity. Unlock your true potential with the Mastering the Mediterranean guide today!

Implementing the Mediterranean Diet Implementing the Mediterranean Diet: Nutrition in Practice and Public Health situates this ‘gold standard’ of diets within the wider food environment by bridging the gap between the evidence-based health benefits of the Mediterranean diet and its implementation. The text explores the many approaches that can be used by health professionals to help consumers adopt this healthy eating pattern, as well as the barriers encountered with implementing this diet at home and in the wider environment. It also considers sustainable food and farming practices, and national food strategies. A one-stop resource for food and health professionals, this seminal text demonstrates the full range of benefits that the Mediterranean diet can bring to society. This ground-breaking book: Gives an in-depth review of the effectiveness of the Mediterranean diet in disease prevention and the management of chronic diseases Contextualises the diet within the food environment, showing why the whole dietary pattern and minimizing the consumption of highly processed foods are both so important Shows how to implement the Mediterranean diet, motivating and guiding consumers to make the transition Addresses the practical and behavioural barriers to food choice in terms of taste, cost, variety, convenience and animal welfare concerns Implementing the Mediterranean Diet is a must-have resource for advanced undergraduate and postgraduate students in the food sciences, and for healthcare professionals such as dietitians, nutritionists, GPs, and health workers, especially those working in non-Mediterranean, high-income countries.

Recent large-scale epidemiological studies have confirmed the pre-eminence of the Mediterranean diet for reducing the risk of primary and secondary heart disease and cancer. There is also increasingly convincing evidence for its protective value against diabetes, dementias and other age-related disorders, and for increasing overall longevity. The Mediterranean Diet: Health and Science is a timely, authoritative and accessible account of the Mediterranean diet for nutritionists and dieticians. It discusses the Mediterranean diet in the light of recent developments in nutritional biochemistry, disease mechanisms and epidemiological studies, and also provides advice on nutrition policies and interventions. The Mediterranean Diet: Health and Science opens with an overview of the Mediterranean diet, and this is followed by a survey of the latest epidemiological evidence for its health benefits. There is detailed nutritional information on olive oil, wine, fish, fruit and vegetables and other components of the Mediterranean diet, and this information is used to explain how the diet protects against a range of age-related diseases. The book emphasises the importance of understanding the Mediterranean diet in its totality by discussing the evidence for beneficial interactions between various components of the diet. There are also discussions of how agricultural practices, as well as food preparation and cooking techniques, influence the nutritional quality of the diet. The book concludes by discussing the social context in which the Mediterranean diet is eaten, and public health issues associated with adopting a Mediterranean diet, especially in the context of more northerly countries. Written by nutritional biochemist Richard Hoffman and a past President of the French Nutrition Society, Mariette Gerber, who between them have many years experience in this area, this exciting and highly topical boook is an essential purchase for all nutritionists and dietitians worldwide. Libraries in all universities where nutrition, dietetics and food science and technology are studied and taught should have copies of this excellent book on their shelves.

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This text is an especially timely new text as the number of studies focusing on the impact of the Mediterranean diet on disease prevention increases every year. The fundamental question addressed in this text is how food components and behavior of the Mediterranean diet reduce the risk of chronic diseases. In-depth chapters provide an overview of preclinical and clinical studies on Mediterranean dietary patterns, food components and lifestyle and their impact on health and disease. Large-scale “omic” approaches are highlighted to educate the reader about the molecular mechanisms through which specific components of the Mediterranean diet improves health and the opportunities and challenges for translating into practice the food recommendations of the Mediterranean pyramid. The volume concludes with information about the nutritional adequacy of Mediterranean foods and provides selected recipes. Mediterranean Diet: Impact on Health and Disease will be of great interest to students, clinicians, and scientists engaged in promoting health through nutrition and physical activity.