Eat the Mediterranean way

Doctors say that the traditional diet in some Mediterranean countries, for example Greece and Italy, is very healthy. 

Why is it good for you? 

In these countries people eat a lot of fruit and vegetables, bread, pasta, rice, fish, olive oil, and wine. They don’t eat a lot of red meat or butter. This diet is very good for your heart and people in these countries live longer than in other countries.

How to eat like Mediterranean people and live a long life: 

• Eat a lot of fruit and vegetables every day.
• Use olive oil for cooking and for salads.
• Don’t eat butter with your bread.
• Eat a lot of fish. Don’t eat a lot of meat or things like sausages and bacon.
• Have a glass of red wine at dinner.
• Sit down with your family for lunch and dinner. Don’t hurry your meals!