Principles of Health: The Mediterranean Health Blog

How to waste less food
Food waste is a serious environmental problem, and being mindful of what you buy and what you throw away is a way to take care of the environment and your wallet.
These recommendations for stopping food waste are useful today and always.

Yes, it's normal to feel down.
Like many of you, I haven't left the house for almost two weeks. Before the state of emergency was declared, I did a slightly larger shop than usu...

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.
Food allergies and healthy living
The first time my son had an allergic reaction, I knew exactly what it was: chickpeas.
He was still a baby, and I was following the method of in...

Goodbye to 2019, and happy 2020
Welcome 2020. I could have written this a couple of weeks ago, but the truth is that until now I haven't had the time to think about everything I'...

Healthy Hosts
During this holiday season, it's very likely that you'll be hosting at least one gathering.
If you're health-conscious, this can be convenient i...

Take care of that cold
The cold weather, the holidays, and stress are here—a perfect recipe for catching a cold. A minor cold, but one that leaves you drained, uncomfort...

What I would have liked to know: sport and exercise
I'm 40 years old, and it's only been about five years since I've truly come to appreciate sport. I've written before about my relationship with ru...

What do you take? The supplements I consume
What supplements do people who work in a herbalist shop take? The supplements you take depend on many things, especially your medical history and personal needs. Here's an example of supplements a middle-aged woman with no health problems might take.

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.
