At OPA! Foods, we want to make it simple for you to cook and eat healthier. If you’re looking for easy, healthy recipes to feed your family, the Mediterranean diet should be at the top of your list. Research has repeatedly shown multiple health benefits in subjects who adopted the Mediterranean Diet, including:
- Reduction in heart attacks and strokes
- Lowered cholesterol
- Promotion of weight loss
- Improvement in rheumatoid arthritis symptoms
- Reduction in the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease, diabetes, and certain types of cancer
The Mediterranean diet encourages:
- Focusing on vegetables, fruits, whole grains, and healthy fats
- Weekly seafood, legumes, and eggs
- Moderate amounts of dairy
- Limited servings of red meat
We encourage everyone to take the time to care for yourselves and others! Here are some lean and healthy meal suggestions to get you started!
