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May 01, 2018
Benefits of the Mediterranean DIet

3 Good Reasons to Love the Mediterranean Diet

At Oldways, we have long been enamored with Mediterranean cuisine. In celebration of International Mediterranean Diet Month this May—and in...
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April 24, 2018
Med Month 2018

May is International Mediterranean Diet Month

Another year, another May: another International Mediterranean Diet Month! While we always love Med Month, this year is particularly special for us...
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April 17, 2018
Olive oil

Extra Virgin Olive Oil: The Core of the Mediterranean Diet

Research from Spain backs up what your taste buds have known all along: sautéing vegetables in a little olive oil is preferable to boiling them...
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April 10, 2018
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The Scoop on Coconut

The coconut is a fruit rich in history. Called the “tree of life” by many cultures, it has provided nutrition, hydration, and shelter for thousands...
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April 03, 2018
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Vitamin D Sources for Vegans and Vegetarians

Vitamin D plays an important role in bone health, as well as in immune, nerve, and muscle function. In addition, it may play a role in protecting...
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March 27, 2018
Whole Grains Around the World book

Whole Grains Cookbook: Whole Grains Around the World

As you may have noticed, whole grains are all the rage these days. But what’s all the fuss about, and should you really be eating more of them? Let...
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March 20, 2018
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Join Us Next Wednesday for Whole Grain Sampling Day!

Whether it be oatmeal for breakfast, a farro and quinoa bowl for lunch, or whole wheat lasagna for dinner, seeking out whole grain options is a great...
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March 13, 2018
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BEST RESTAURANTS IN GREECE: The Oldways 5

Continuing with our series highlighting five memorable meals at five restaurants in a variety of countries, this month we’re focusing on Greece. Why...
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March 06, 2018
Sources of vitamin B12

Vegetarian and Vegan Vitamin B12 Food Sources

Vitamin B12 is one of the greatest nutritional concerns for vegetarians and vegans, because vitamin B12 is generally found only in animal foods. If...
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February 26, 2018
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A Q&A with The King of New African Cuisine Pierre Thiam

Photo by Evan Sung. Used with permission. As part of our spotlight on African heritage food during Black History Month, we had the pleasure of...
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February 20, 2018
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A Taste of African Heritage: Deitra's Story

My relationship with African Heritage & Health , a program that develops resources and initiatives to promote the healthy foods and delicious...
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February 06, 2018
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African Squashes and Gourds Galore

A single generation ago, in a remote village in northern Liberia, there was only one thing that grew between the rainy and dry season: squash. The...
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