1. Kalliopi Karaiskos

2. Not an actual “diet” just a way of eating that emulates the foods found in that region Mostly plant based: vegetables, fruits, legumes, nuts Fish/seafood Olive oil Wine Whole grain-barley Poultry Red meat; sparingly Daily exercise-walking

3. The Study of Seven Countries

4. Shown to be effective in preventing and treating cardiovascular disease People that follow this diet have lower rates of: cancer, osteoporosis, and hypertension and type 2 diabetes Longevity Weight loss/management Excellent food!

5. Substitute herbs and seasonings for salt Choose yogurt or low fat cheeses over milks or creams Reduce red meat consumption to 1-2X/month Eat fish or seafood 1-2X/week Stop using fats such as butter and replace with olive oil The main part of your meals should be plant based Add Legumes into your diet Choose whole grains Enjoy a glass of wine at night

6. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 30 May 2013. Web. 08 Nov. 2013. Maffetone, Phillip, Dr. "Mediterranean Diet." Phil Maffetone. N.p., 2006. Web. 08 Nov. 2013. Psilake ̄ s, Nikos, and Maria Psilake ̄. The Secret of Good Health, Olive Oil: Advice on Its Correct Use. N.p.: n.p., n.d. Print. Rettner, Rachael. "Should You Switch to a Mediterranean Diet?" LiveScience.com. N.p., 28 Feb. 2013. Web. 08 Nov. 2013.