Mediterranean Diet

Meet the Israeli researcher working on healthy eating to build a sustainable future

Through a thorough examination and a broad perspective on the food industry, Ben-Gurion University’s Prof. Danit Shahar seeks to make our food choices healthier and sustainable at the same time.

 Prof. Danit Shahar
 HRAIME, MOROCCAN fish.

What you eat has a major impact on risk of Alzheimer’s disease - study

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In times of crisis, this is how you should stock your pantry

 Vegetables (illustrative).

These leafy green vegetables can keep your brain sharp for decades to come


Haifa and The High Seas : Cruising Special - New Ships and New Trips

The Jerusalem Post Podcast - Travel Edition, Episode 59.

 Haifa Port

Modified Mediterranean diet twice as healthy as original - Israeli study

The Green Mediterranean/high polyphenols diet is even better for protecting the heart and other vital organs.

Food is seen on a table at a restaurant at the port of El Masnou, near Barcelona May 16, 2008. The Spanish government is leading a bid to persuade UNESCO to put the Mediterranean diet on the world heritage list.

Afraid for your heart? This diet could help prevent heart attacks

Women who followed the Mediterranean diet had a 24% lower risk of heart disease and a 23% lower risk of early death.

 Heart attack (Illustrative)

This small addition to your diet can help prevent breast cancer

Many studies have shown that the foods in the Mediterranean diet are the best ones to eat to help prevent various health problems, and some have shown the opposite.

 A flexitarian diet involves eating more plant-based meals

Four diets that prolong life, according to Harvard University

All four diets tested emphasized eating more whole grains, fruits, vegetables, nuts and beans.

 A flexitarian diet involves eating more plant-based meals

Have high cholesterol? Here are simple and effective tips to lower it

Having high cholesterol can increase the risk of heart disease, heart attack and stroke, but a change in diet can help lower bad cholesterol levels without medicine.

A healthy Mediterranean meal

Mediterranean diet linked to lower preeclampsia risk in pregnant women - study

The team of researchers found that women who conceived while adhering to the anti-inflammatory diet had a significantly lower risk of developing preeclampsia.

A healthy Mediterranean meal

A Mediterranean diet could boost fertility in both women and men

Modifying preconception nutrition to better adhere to food-based dietary guidelines is a non-invasive and potentially effective means for improving fertility outcomes.

 Pregnant couple (Illustrative).

Live in Israel, want to lose weight? Return to Mediterranean diet - study

Prof. Iris Shai: We learned from the results of the experiment that the quality of the food is just as important as the total number of calories consumed.

A healthy Mediterranean meal

1,500-year-old jugs reveal how Romans kept their wine full of flavor -study

While the existence and importance of wine are well known to scholars, exactly how ancient Romans kept their wine safe and full of flavor was yet unknown.

An archeological artifact is pictured at the site where a large-scale wine jug factory that dates back to the 3rd century and included recreational facilities has been uncovered in Gedera, according to archaeologists, Israel July 31, 2018.

Introducing the diet that can lengthen your lifespan

Everyone who goes on a diet does it to lose weight, but what if as a bonus you can also prolong your life?

Food is seen on a table at a restaurant at the port of El Masnou, near Barcelona May 16, 2008. The Spanish government is leading a bid to persuade UNESCO to put the Mediterranean diet on the world heritage list.