CONCLUSION

The Mediterranean diet isn’t just a way to eat, it’s a way to love eating. Commit to not only following the diet, but following the example of a culture where fresh, seasonal ingredients are respected and prized, where meals are simply prepared and generously shared, and where time is spent lingering over food, wine, and conversation.

Eating the Mediterranean way can not only improve your health and help you lose weight, it can also encourage you to slow down, at least two or three times a day, and take a break from a hectic schedule and a busy life.

Have fun exploring the Mediterranean diet; enjoy spending weekends at your local farmers’ market and make an adventure out of trying new ingredients. Build more social time into your week by sharing these simple but delicious dishes with your family and friends.

The Mediterranean diet isn’t just about healthful living; it’s about joyful living!