Product Description

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.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #30560 in Books
• Published on: 2001-06
• Released on: 2001-06-19
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 240 pages

Features

• ISBN13: 9781555612818
• Condition: NEW
• Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark.
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From Publishers Weekly
Mediterranean food is delicious, easy, relatively inexpensive and surprise! healthy. For 50 years, doctors have observed that Mediterranean people are much less likely than those in more industrialized countries to suffer heart disease or strokes. The Mediterranean Heart Diet: Why It Works, with Recipes to Get You Started, by Helen V. Fisher (Posh Pancakes and Fancy Fritters) with Cynthia Thomson, Ph.D., R.D., attributes the region's health to lower saturated-fat consumption and plenty of whole grains, and offer easy recipes like Polenta with Tomato and Fontina. Fisher and Thomson also advocate the Mediterranean lifestyle: eating at least one meal a day with companions and more physical activity. Sadly, they neglect to recommend lolling on the beach ogling attractive Mediterraneans.

Copyright 2001 Cahners Business Information, Inc.

From Library Journal
The Mediterranean diet is certainly one of the better nutritional gimmicks embraced by the American public. Fisher explains the medical rationale behind this popular diet and provides details on the diet and exercise combination, which has been proven to be healthier than the American way of life. Mediterranean fare is highlighted through the use of a modified food pyramid that emphasizes breads, pasta, rice, and whole-grain foods. Phytochemicals, the foods in which they are contained, and their potential benefits are discussed. Over 140 recipes, including appetizers, soups, salads, grains, seafood, meats, vegetable, breads, and desserts, are simple and appealing. A good, basic book for those collections needing information on the subject. Janet M. Schneider, James A. Haley Veterans' Hosp. Lib., Tampa, FL
Copyright 2001 Reed Business Information, Inc.

About the Author
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.

Customer Reviews

A great diet for everyone
I cook for my father who recently had bypass surgery, he also has congestive heart failure. The Mediterranean diet was recommended for him. I love this book, so far every recipe I have tried from Artichoke/hazelnut soup to the Beef stew to the Meatballs mozerella has been wonderful. The description of the diet in the beginning of the book is helpful and thorough. A plus for me was that a Registered Dietitian was involved in the writing of the book. I think the recipes in the book are easy and doable for everyone. (I have read other Mediterranean cookbooks which have very difficult and exotic recipes.) Its a good starting book if you want to try a healthful diet.

Losing Weight the Easy Way
The Mediterranean Heart Diet by Helen V. Fisher with Cynthia Thomson, Ph.D., R.D is written very clearly and is persuasive in its effort to help us be healthier. My doctor recommended it during a physical that I had recently when he let me know that I was too fat especially around the stomach area. As soon as the book arrived from Amazon, about four weeks ago, I started the diet and have lost about five lbs so far. It has been no great strain to stick with it which I plan to do from now on.

disappointing
If you want a cookbook this is it. Three fourths of this book is recipes. I haven't tried any yet since the book was such a disappointment. I bought the book expecting to be able to incorporate the mediterranean diet into my lifestyle, but mainly got nutritional information. There was very little information on how to eat this way. There are lists of foods that you can eat but every nutritional book I have gives lists of foods. I was expecting more. Like what should I be eating for breakfast, lunch and dinner....the book does give a one day menu for women and a one day menu for men but that's not enough. So if you are looking for a cookbook you found it but if you are looking for something to show you how to eat the mediterranean way this book barley scratches the surface. I will be searching for another book on the subject.