Comments on: Mediterranean Diet May Offer More Protection Than Weight Loss

By: Brenda

Brenda — Tue, 26 Oct 2021 18:00:51 +0000

In reply to Gail Dunning. Thank you!

By: Elena Paravantes RDN

Elena Paravantes RDN — Mon, 25 Oct 2021 19:03:09 +0000

In reply to Brenda. Hi Brenda, The nutrition analysis of the recipe is correct. Please note that the ingredients are dry not cooked.

By: Brenda

Brenda — Mon, 25 Oct 2021 17:54:25 +0000

In reply to Elena Paravantes RDN. Thank you! Yes, I agree it is do-able but I am certainly having to be more mindful of exactly what I am eating not only calorie-wise but also protein AND carb-wise. I am confused by some of the nutrient listings in your recipes in the book. For instance, the chickpeas and rice on page 87 lists 21g of protein per serving and the recipe is for 2 servings. 3/4 of dry chickpeas is 9 grams protein, 1 T. tahini is 3 grams & 3/4 c. rice is 13 grams of protein. The total protein (unless I missed something) is 25 grams and that has to be divided in 2 for each serving so that is only 13.5 grams per serving. I know this is only 1 recipe but, unless I personally make a real effort, I find that plant-based diets can pack on the pounds as much as any diet lol. Thank you again!

By: Elena Paravantes RDN

Elena Paravantes RDN — Sun, 24 Oct 2021 07:28:56 +0000

In reply to Brenda. It is rare for someone to not meet their protein needs. The Mediterranean diet offers adequate protein for postmenopause, if you want to increase your protein it is recommended to do it through plant protein sources (beans, nuts etc) and seafood.

By: Brenda

Brenda — Sat, 23 Oct 2021 19:52:35 +0000

What are your thoughts on protein. As a post-menopausal woman, I am finding that I need more protein to maintain my weight. Thank you!

By: Elena Paravantes RDN

Elena Paravantes RDN — Sat, 23 Oct 2021 07:37:54 +0000

In reply to Brenda. Hi Brenda, Actually the Mediterranean diet as is, is considered an ideal diet for post-menopausal women. A recent study had showed that postmenopausal women who adhered to a Mediterranean diet were reported to have higher bone mass and muscle mass. Adjusting your calories will help you lose weight as well.

By: Brenda

Brenda — Sat, 23 Oct 2021 01:57:24 +0000

I love your cookbook and recipes, however, being post-menopausal I find that I really have to increase my protein intake to get all the way down to my best weight. I can maintain on a Mediterranean diet but losing weight is another thing. How do post-menopausal women do on this diet? Any recommendations? Thank you!

By: Elena Paravantes RDN

Elena Paravantes RDN — Sun, 10 Oct 2021 07:15:06 +0000

In reply to Gail Dunning. Happy to hear that! Yes weight loss, change of diet and exercise can help

By: Gail Dunning

Gail Dunning — Sun, 03 Oct 2021 18:43:00 +0000

A subject that nobody mentions: stress incontinence. I am still very overweight, but losing weight over the last year has almost completely eliminated this problem for me. I know plenty of thin women have the problem. I even read that weight loss was unlikely to help, so imagine my surprise when I noticed I was dry. What a gift! I know it is not life threatening, but it certainly is demoralizing.

By: Kelly Powers

Kelly Powers — Thu, 12 Nov 2020 05:49:47 +0000

Thanks for shedding light on how easy, approachable, and delicious the Mediterranean diet truly is! It’s what I recommend to all my clients as well as it’s a non-restrictive and holistic way to eat and live.