WHOLE GRAINS, WHOLE PLANET: SUSTAINABLE FOOD IN THE FACE OF CLIMATE CHANGE
Grains are the most important source of food on our planet, providing nearly 50% of the caloric needs of cultures around the world. Fortunately, grains also happen to be among the least intensive foods to produce. Along with environmental sustainability, grains provide significant health benefits. According to the 2015 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee, “consistent evidence indicates that, in […]
Pesca-Flexa-Vegetarianism – The Ideal Mediterranean-Style Diet for Optimal Health
I’m often asked what I consider to be the healthiest diet. Through decades of nutritional research and experimentation, I’m convinced that a diet of primarily organic, plant-based Mediterranean foods—including whole grains, fruits, vegetables, nuts, legumes, eggs, dairy products (cow, goat and sheep milk derived) and healthy fats (mostly olive oil), with fish and seafood playing […]