The science behind the modern Mediterranean diet, and wisdom from the 'Blue Zones'
The science behind the modern Mediterranean diet, and wisdom from the 'Blue Zones'
An interview with Professor Catherine Itsiopoulos, author of the new book 'The Modern Mediterranean Diet', Australia's leader in the Mediterranean Diet, and Dean of Health Sciences at RMIT University
This week, our fourth episode of Prime Time is a doozy (if I do say so myself!). It is all about the Mediterranean diet which has been lauded by scientists for its ability to help people live longer, healthier lives.
We’ve invited Professor Catherine Itsiopoulos, Australia’s leader in this remarkable diet to talk about it in detail, explaining the principles of this way of life and how you can integrate it into your days in a modern and achievable way.
The Mediterranean diet has been shown to offer so many benefits in addition to longevity, including reducing the risk of heart disease and the effects of inflammation in the body, decreasing the risk of cognitive decline, and helping people control their blood sugar more effectively.
Prof. Catherine Itsiopolous is Dean of Health Sciences at RMIT University and she's spent her career studying the benefits of the Mediterranean Diet scientifically. She’s also lived the benefits, as a passionate Greek Australian, who has grown up with a deep enthusiasm for family cooking.
She's dedicated to adapting the secrets of the 'Blue Zones' to a busy modern lifestyle, through her new book 'The Modern Mediterranean Diet', her fifth book on healthy living.
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Here’s some highlights:
In Episode 4 of Prime Time, I chat with Professor Catherine Itsiopolous about:
Growing up Greek in Melbourne - And how our good dietary habits start young
A 'day on the plate' of Mediterranean eating
The one ingredient you must add to your pantry
The truth about breakfast and intermittent fasting
The most researched dietary pattern in the world (here's what the science tells us)
Eating to prevent dementia
Wisdom from people living in the 'Blue Zones'
Ultimate Mediterranean recipes from the author of the new book, The Modern Mediterranean Diet
I have to admit being a little fascinated by the Mediterranean diet and their slow eating, and more vegetable-oriented cooking and this podcast gave me so many new ideas. I hope you enjoy it!
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Many thanks! Bec Wilson
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