Eat Like an Italian
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Features articles about the health benefits of the Mediterranean Diet, eating like an Italian and following the traditional food norms of Southern Italy. Eat Like an Italian aims to spread the Italian culture to non-Italian people through the cuisine, and decode the Italian food rules for the English-speaking world.
Eat Like an Italian
1w ago
The topic of the Mediterranean diet and cholesterol is a tricky one. For one thing, past generations of Mediterranean populations didn’t really give cholesterol much thought at all. Low cholesterol levels were simply a consequence of an overall healthy lifestyle. In fact, the “discovery” that the Mediterranean diet is heart-healthy was made by the American ..read more
Eat Like an Italian
3w ago
The Mediterranean diet is renowned for its focus on wholesome, nutrient-rich foods that promote overall health and well-being. It emphasizes the consumption of plant-based foods, including a variety of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, and nuts, which provide essential vitamins, minerals, and fiber. Healthy fats, particularly olive oil, are a cornerstone of the diet, offering ..read more
Eat Like an Italian
1M ago
Recently there was a New York Times article highlighting the Italian scientist and longevity guru, Dr. Valter Longo. I have been following Dr. Longo for years, and I’m happy to see that his work is finally getting more attention from the mainstream press. If you don’t know of his work, I’ve written about it several ..read more
Eat Like an Italian
9M ago
The health benefits of The Mediterranean Diet are well documented, especially with regards to preventing cardiovascular disease, Type II Diabetes, and even many cancers. But more recently, physicians are beginning to prescribe The Mediterranean Diet for mental health, too. In a world where the pursuit of mental well-being has become increasingly vital, the link between ..read more
Eat Like an Italian
10M ago
Yes, you can make mistakes on the Mediterranean Diet. And it’s more common than you’d think. As often cited on this blog, the Mediterranean Diet, renowned for its health benefits and delicious flavors, has gained significant attention in recent years with the popularity of The Blue Zones, The Longevity Diet, and the like. With its ..read more
Eat Like an Italian
10M ago
Table of Contents 1Food of CampaniaAntipasti in CampaniaPizza NapoletanaPrimi Piatti di CampaniaSecondi Piatti di CampaniaDolci di CampaniaInsomma... Campania is the area just south of Rome’s Lazio region. This is the part of Italy that most of us think of when we entertain our fantasies of sunny weather, Sophia Loren, and the soundtrack of those classic ..read more
Eat Like an Italian
1y ago
Second courses in Rome often feature various frattaglie (innards) and scarti (scraps) and other parts of the quinto quarto (the so-called “fifth quarter,” or in other words, whatever the butcher scrapes off the floor after he’s done properly quartering the animal). While delicious when prepared properly, these dishes don’t necessarily translate well on the written ..read more
Eat Like an Italian
1y ago
If you’re like me, you’ve often asked yourself, “Why do Italians live longer and stay so trim while consuming daily portions of pasta?” Perhaps you even read the article debunking the notion that pasta makes you fat. Vindication for feeding my Italian daughter pasta every day! Yes, for me, it’s comforting to see occasional examples ..read more
Eat Like an Italian
1y ago
As I’ve mentioned in other posts on this website, I personally use the Mediterranean Diet to reduce inflammation. In my case, mostly for some chronic joint pain. As a former healthcare professional, I always look to the well-documented research of medical professionals rather than the anecdotes put forth by promoters of dietary fads. The Mediterranean ..read more
Eat Like an Italian
1y ago
I hear people asking all the time, “What is the difference between the Mediterranean Diet vs Keto Diet? Honestly, I don’t think that it’s very useful for someone looking for a healthier diet to get too caught up in the science. When this happens, often people begin to obsess over this molecule or that molecule ..read more