Even those who have never considered losing weight have heard about the Mediterranean diet. One of the benefits of the diet is maintaining health and prolonging life.
They say that Greek centenarians follow a different kind of diet – the Icarian diet.
What it contains is reported by the publication incrussia.ru with reference to experts.
Beans and legumes
Legumes help reduce red meat consumption. It is recommended to focus on beans, beans, chickpeas, lentils and peas.
Garlic
The Greeks use garlic in various forms. They prepare an infusion, even tea with ginger and honey, and also add garlic to almost all dishes.
Cereals
Whole grains are not just rice, pearl barley and buckwheat. The Greeks focus on bulgur, farro and even whole grain pasta.
Nuts
Another important ingredient: The Greeks included almonds and pistachios, sesame, tahini and walnuts in their diet.
Olive
They are eaten on their own, added to salads. Of course, olive oil is not forgotten.
Honey
Greek centenarians consume honey daily. It is rich in antioxidants and flavonoids. Unlike sugar or sweeteners, it does not cause harm to health.
Dried fruits
These are mainly figs and raisins. They are eaten separately or added to dishes.
Yogurt
Greeks make yogurt from goat's milk, or eat Greek yogurt.
The menu also includes feta cheese and its analogues.
Previously, we talked about drinks that you should avoid while on a diet .
