Low Carb Mediterranean Diet Cookbook: Beginner Low Card Mediterranean Feasts for a Healthier Lifestyle

By Sam Kuma

Unleash Optimal Health with Our Low-Carb Mediterranean Diet Cookbook from healthy eating cookbook author, Sam Kuma.

Sample the exquisite flavors of the Mediterranean while nourishing your body with our Low-Carb Mediterranean Diet Cookbook. Discover a transformative culinary journey that c

• Language: English
• Publisher: Abiprod Pty Ltd
• Release date: Feb 12, 2024
• ISBN: 9780645141931

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Introduction

The modern world of diets and nutrition seems very much like the media news cycle; there’s one that’s really popular and people forget about it till they see the next shiny object. However, there’s one diet that has stood the test of time: the Mediterranean diet. It’s not just a diet, it’s a healthy way of life in many parts of Europe. It’s a cultural heritage that has been passed down through generations. It uses fresh, seasonal ingredients that includes heathy fats, proteins and grains. The Mediterranean diet is a very sustainable diet, allowing for a wide array of meats and plants, while being extremely healthy at the same time.

In this cookbook, we explore the marriage of the popular Mediterranean diet with a low carb diet. By combining the best elements of both diets, we have a group of recipes that can keep you healthy without making you feel deprived. The low carb version helps you reduce blood sugar levels, increase weight loss and manage overall health.

Benefits of the Low Carb Mediterranean Diet:

Increased weight loss

The diet encourages the consumption of healthy foods and reducing or cutting off unhealthy processed foods. With calorie restriction and recommendation for higher physical activity, you will lose much more weight on the low carb Mediterranean diet if followed consistently.

Burns stubborn fat.

The diet helps burn stubborn abdominal fat that is usually the hardest to lose. You will notice that you lose inches from your belly as you follow the diet guidelines, especially by avoiding added sugars and exercising regularly.

Improved insulin resistance

Insulin resistance is one factor that makes it very difficult for some people to lose weight. With this diet, the calorie restrictions and increased metabolic function help address the issue of insulin resistance.

Encourages long-term health improvement.

Unlike some diets that only recommend quick steps for quick results, this diet encourages long-term changes for permanent results. It helps develop healthy eating habits and more physical movement to positively impact overall health.

Reduces the risk of chronic conditions.

Chronic conditions like heart disease are caused purely due to unhealthy food and lifestyle choices. You will greatly reduce the risk of developing such chronic conditions by losing extra weight, reducing insulin resistance, and improving metabolism.

Improve energy levels.

Consuming a lot of processed food and sugar causes fluctuating energy levels. These foods get consumed fast and result in energy crashes every soon. This makes you feel tired all day and increases untimely hunger pangs, which leads to weight gain. With the healthy food recommendation on the low carb Mediterranean diet, your energy levels stabilize, and you can get through your day productively.

Improves physical health.

The diet encourages regular physical exercise and helps you build this habit for the long term. Regular exercise makes your body much stronger and more flexible in the long run.

Improves mental well-being.

One of the causes of stress and mental health issues is consuming processed foods. The ingredients in these foods cause a lot of hormonal fluctuations and result in issues like stress, anxiety, and emotional eating. By eating better, you can greatly transition from this unhealthy state to a happier and more peaceful state.

Improved gut health

Consuming whole foods will restore gut health to its optimal status. The body needs a certain number of healthy bacteria and other enzymes to sustain overall health. Consuming unhealthy food affects gut health and prevents proper metabolic function, amongst other things. With this diet, your gut health will soon be restored.

Low Carb Mediterranean Diet Food List

The diet recommends the following lists to help you decide what you should and should not be eating while following it.

Foods to eat:

Fresh Fruits. Includes apples, pomegranate, grapes, blueberries, strawberries, blackberries, etc.

Green vegetables. Includes broccoli, asparagus, kale, zucchini, etc.

Nuts and seeds. Includes walnuts, peanuts, almonds, cashews, pistachios, etc.

Whole grains (in moderation). Includes oatmeal, quinoa, and brown rice.

Healthy fats. Includes chia seeds, coconut oil, hemp seeds, flax seeds, olive oil, avocados, etc.

Animal protein. Includes chicken, milk, cheese, beef, pork, and yogurt.

Seafood. Prawns, tuna, etc.

Legumes. Includes pinto beans, black beans, white beans, garbanzo beans, etc.

Herbs and Spices. Basil, oregano, thyme, rosemary help to add taste without excessive sale or