The Mediterranean Diet Guide and Cookbook

Healthy food, healthy lifestyle, healthy you.

Based on the fundamentals of balancing foods high in omega-3 fats such as fresh fruits, vegetables, fish, olive oil, nuts, etc. The Mediterranean diet has a variety of health benefits. More than just a flavorful diet, this is a lifestyle developed over centuries in the warm climates along the Mediterranean Sea to help everyone appreciate life that much more. And now, you too can reap the benefits of this way of eating!

The Mediterranean Diet Guide and Cookbook helps you understand, develop and implement this heart-healthy diet and lifestyle. In this nutritious guide, you'll get:

• Over 75 good-for-you recipes, each with a complete nutritional analysis; and a month's worth of delicious menu plans--one week for each season--to kick-start your diet.

• The history and science behind the Mediterranean diet and what makes it so exceptional.

• Essential information on the foods and beverages that make up the Mediterranean Diet Pyramid.

• An eye-opening look at how this diet can enhance heart health, help manage diabetes and assist in weight loss.

• A better understanding of the healthy fats, carbs, protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals and antioxi-dants you acquire eating the Mediterranean way.

Kimberly A. Tessmer, RD, LD, is a Registered and Licensed Dietitian, and published author, with a Bachelor of Science in Technology (Dietetics) degree from Bowling State University. She currently owns and operates Nutrition Focus (nutrifocus.net), a consulting company specializing in weight management, menu development and recipe analysis.
 
Chef Stephanie Green, RD, is a Registered Dietitian, chef and professional speaker. She's the owner of Nutrition Studio (nutritionstudio.com), a consulting firm specializing in nutrition, culinary education, food demonstrations, recipe development, food styling and photography. She teaches hands-on food demo workshops to community educators and has appeared nationally on TV and radio.