The Mediterranean diet is a healthy and nutritious dietary plan; its roots lie in the traditional eating patterns of Greece, Italy and Spain. It is not a diet as the name states but is a healthy way of eating. This diet is low in saturated fat, moderate in monounsaturated fat and high in dietary fiber.

Many people are increasingly realizing the importance of implementing this diet plan in their daily schedule given the epidemic of chronic diseases we are experiencing as a result of our lifestyle changes. Little by little we are coming to the conclusion that healthy living is a priority for each of us and that earning money and competing with the rest of the world may not be the sole purpose of our lives.

The Mediterranean diet includes olive oil as the main ingredient, high consumption of beans and cereals, fresh fruits and vegetables, cheese and yogurt, moderate amounts of meat, fish and wine. All these foods have different health benefits and when they are part of our daily meals, they reinforce each other and help us fight and reduce disease.

When we talk about a healthy Mediterranean diet plan, we tend to think that it is a set chart of eating habits or, put it in simple words, dieting, a word that brings us connotations of sacrifice and depravation. But this is just not true. This diet can be as simple as choosing the right foods and including them in our daily lives, a practice that will bring many health rewards to us.

Recent scientific studies indicate that these foods help lower LDL cholesterol and high blood pressure, increase HDL cholesterol and bring down the incidence of strokes and diseases like Parkinson and Alzheimer. They also lower the risk of becoming obese and ensure a longer lifespan. It is not surprising that since this diet brings along so many health benefits, people in the Mediterranean region are less prone to cardiovascular disease and have a greater life expectancy.

To explain the harmful effects of many of the food habits we have acquired in Western countries and the several health benefits of the Mediterranean diet, a book, "Your Heart Needs the Mediterranean Diet" has been launched. This book is easy and simple to read and gives tips and information regarding the Mediterranean cuisine. It explains the benefits of including fruits and vegetables in your diet, how to introduce physical activity the easy way into your schedule, how to reduce stress at work and how to make some mouth watering delicacies among many other useful tips.

This book reveals the age old secrets of healthy living. It answers many of the questions you may have in an innovative and easy way to read. If you decide to spend a few dollars now, you can save yourself a lot of physical grief in the future that cannot be measured in monetary terms. So what are you waiting for? Purchase "Your Heart Needs the Mediterranean Diet" and lead a happy and healthier life.

Feeling well is everyone’s top priority. Only if you are fit, fine, and free from disease, you can work with zeal and enthusiasm and therefore produce good results. A healthy life means a happy life. You will experience the difference in your attitude when you are fit and healthy. You will feel energetic and happy. Someone has rightly said "The First Wealth Is Health".