Principles of Health: The Mediterranean Health Blog
How to Avoid Constipation
During these days of confinement, constipation can become a reality for people who don't normally have problems going to the bathroom. We'll help ...
Advice from an astronaut, and how to replicate it in lockdown
Yesterday, Sunday, I read one of the best articles I've ever read about the lockdown. It was written by astronaut Scott Kelly, who spent a year on ...
How to work from home
Working from home can be wonderful—you save time and are more comfortable—but you need to be prepared. We offer our expertise to make working from home easier during this time of staying home.
The best protection against viruses
Washing your hands thoroughly is the best protection against viruses. We'll tell you how and when to wash your hands, and other natural ways to boost your immune system and protect yourself from viruses.
Add more fiber to your diet
In our family, we've seen how a high-fiber diet has contributed to a healthy decrease in blood cholesterol levels, and as a side effect, we've lost weight, slept better, and our skin looks much clearer. We'll tell you how to include more fiber-rich foods in your diet.
How to add fermented foods to your diet
Include fermented dairy products in your diet to improve your gut flora, or microbiota. We'll tell you how to incorporate sauerkraut, kimchi, semi-pickled foods, and more into your diet.
Bypassing the feeding rules
Eating healthy is the norm in our family, but as with everything, there are exceptions. Here's how we manage healthy eating on vacation and other special occasions.
Six Uses for Shea Butter
Six uses for shea butter. From lip balm to hairspray, this natural cosmetic is an essential multi-purpose product.
We'll tell you our six best uses for shea butter.
Healthy Food for a Group
This weekend we had a small family gathering with my mother's family. We have a tradition of seeing this side of the family at least once a year, a...
At home and towards sustainability
Recycling is important as a strategy for caring for the environment, but perhaps even more important is not using so much and reusing everything we can. Here are four things I do at home to avoid throwing things away or recycling.
What to eat when you have nothing
Today I had one of those days where you just don't feel like cooking, and anyway, there's nothing to eat at home. One of those days where if there ...
5 interesting facts about our website
1- We launched the first version of the Mediterranean Health online store in 2003; all orders were prepared in the store at 77 Ortega y Gasset Stre...