The Mediterranean Diet was rediscovered in the early 90's a san alternative to a low-fat diet.

Fats should be "good" fats, which are mono-unsaturated and poly-unsaturated, with olive oil as a prime example. The Mediterranean Diet is a great way for people to eat.

"Healthy food that tastes great"

The Mediterranean Diet it's easy to follow:

• Make olive oil your primary source of dietary fat;
• Incorporate an abundance of food from plant sources, including fruits and vegetables, breads, grains, beans, nuts, and seed;
• Eat low to moderate amounts of fish and poultry weekly;
• Eat low to moderate amounts of cheese and yogurt daily;
• Drink a moderate amount of wine (one to two glasses per day for men, one glass per day for women);

Here are some other easy tips:

• Substitute olive oil for butter;
• Snack on almonds instead of fat-free cookies;
• Spread avocado on a sandwich to replace the mayonnaise.