A true Mediterranean diet that is full of fruits and vegetables, garlic, seafood, olive oil, lemon juices, and hearty grains can help fight against diabetes, cancer, heart disease, and cognitive decline. This type of diet can help you live a longer and healthier life, while also having the benefit of being delicious. Here are some specific health benefits of eating a Mediterranean diet.

When paired with regular exercise, a traditional Mediterranean diet can:

Protect against type 2 diabetes. Mediterranean food is rich in fiber, which helps to slow down digestion and prevent swings in blood sugar.

Prevent heart disease and strokes. One of the health benefits of garlic is that it helps to reduce cholesterol, which may lead to a lower risk of heart disease.

Reduce risk of Alzheimer’s. Research has shown that olive oil has beneficial effects on brain function, including the prevention of buildup of plaque in the brain cells that leads to Alzheimer’s disease.

Help with weight loss. A lot of the ingredients used in Mediterranean food, especially the lemon juices, help with weight loss. Lemon has been shown to reduce body weight.

Reduce the risk of Parkinson’s disease. Mediterranean food has high levels of antioxidants, which helps to prevent cells from undergoing oxidative stress, which helps to cut the risk of Parkinson’s disease by about 50%.

Increase longevity. With the reduction in all of these health ailments, following a Mediterranean diet can reduce your risk of death by 20% at any age.

How to Switch to a Mediterranean Diet

If you feel overwhelmed about the thought of changing how you eat, here are some helpful tips and dish ideas to get you started.

Eat plenty of vegetables. You can do this at home with an easy plate of sliced vegetables with some feta cheese, or you can try some traditional dishes such as Baba Ghanouj or Falafels.

Eat seafood every week. Fish such as halibut is rich in Omega-3 fatty acids, which has benefits for both brain and heart health. Try the Halibut Arabiata for a flavorful dish with great health benefits.

Eat a vegetarian meal once a week. Pick one or two nights each week and leave out the meat for your dinner. Dishes such as the Vegetarian Meza Platter or Tabouleh are popular choices for vegetarian meals.

Choose your drinks wisely. Rather than reaching for liquor drinks or multiple glasses of wine each night, opt for some healthy teas to go with your dinner. Some popular herbal teas are Jasmine Green, Ceylon, Apricot, and Passion Fruit.

Eating a Mediterranean diet is not only healthy, it is also filling and flavorful. Try some new dishes or pick an old favorite and enjoy a great tasting and healthy meal.

In the middle of your workday, you might not want to settle for a greasy cheeseburger and fries. We all know the importance of eating a healthy lunch, and Mediterranean food is popular and delicious. If your taste buds are craving something exotic, you should join us for lunch at Aladdin. New foods are exciting, and Middle Eastern food is the perfect healthy choice. The aroma inside of a Mediterranean restaurant is a bit different from a traditional American restaurant. Instead of breathing in the scent of grease and salt, you will breathe in the scent of exotic spices. Your taste buds will savor the new flavors, and you can feel great about sticking to your healthy diet. Besides the mouthwatering aromas, there are several other benefits to eating Mediterranean foods.

Mediterranean Culture
Mediterranean food has been around for centuries. For thousands of years, chefs have used fresh ingredients and exotic spices. The foods served at Aladdin are not cooked in fatty substances. All of our foods are cooked in healthy oils. Instead of using lard, we cook our foods in olive oil. Most foods at Aladdin are grilled or baked. We provide corporate catering services. We also serve a variety of bread and meats. The herbs, spices and roasted nuts are always flavorful.

A Healthy Lunch
A lunch filled with fruits and vegetables will give you a midday boost. Healthy eating is a lifestyle choice, and we know the importance of having a wide selection of foods. Your preference might be vegetarian food or vegan food. Aladdin restaurant has several meals that are packed with fruits and vegetables. The spinach pies are perfect for vegans, and the mixed pickles are a wonderful vegetarian dish. All of our foods are cooked in healthy oils. If you want to add more greens to your healthy lunch, you should try one of our salads. Our salads are topped with vegetables and herbs.

When you eat lunch at Aladdin, you will get delicious food and a sampling of Mediterranean culture. Our servers are committed to giving our customers a great dining experience. If you are unsure of what to order, a waiter can recommend a few popular dishes. Our catering services are top-notch. We can deliver a variety of vegetables, meats and bread to your corporate event. We can handle any special orders. If you have dietary restrictions, we can adjust the ingredients in our recipes