The Greek Mediterranean food is one of the
healthiest diets. It is characterized by a nutritional model that has remained
constant over time and space, consisting mainly of olive oil, cereals, fresh or
dried fruit and vegetables, a moderate amount of fish, dairy and meat, as well
as a variety of condiments and spices, all accompanied by wine or infusions.
According to research carried out in the last 50 years in parts of the
Mediterranean, including Crete and southern Italy, the Mediterranean diet model
is responsible for the longevity of its inhabitants and the absence of heart
diseases or diseases of the digestive system.
However, the Greek Mediterranean diet is not merely a diet, but
rather a way of life: it constitutes a set of skills, knowledge and practices,
promoting social interaction, since communal meals are the cornerstone of
social customs and festive events.
Did you know?
- The word diet comes from the Greek food, a word meaning way of life.
- The traditional Mediterranean diet delivers as much as 40% of total daily calories from fat, yet the associated incidence of cardiovascular diseases is significantly decreased.
- Mediterranean diet increases the amount of "Omega-3 fatty acids," a substance the rest of the developed societies do not get enough of.
- The people of Crete Island are among the longest living in the world. Researchers have linked their longevity to various factors among which, their daily diet.
Very easy and tasty: Greek seagrass Almiriki.
If you get a chance just try it! Delicious!
How
to prepare:
1.Rinse
seagrass with a lot of water in the sink
2.Cook
till Al Dante and add a little bit salt
3.Dressing: Freshly squeezed lemon juice is a perfect
companion with olive oil, and together they are a wonderfully light and
clean addition to any kind of salad.
Bon appetit! Kali Orexi!
