Diet Basics
This oil is a staple fat source in the Mediterranean diet.
What is olive oil?
What major detoxifying organ is affected by diet and lifestyle changes?
What is the liver?
This liver disease can be mitigated by adhering to a Mediterranean diet
What is non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD)?
This daily physical activity is recommended as part of the Mediterranean lifestyle.
What is walking?
The Mediterranean diet includes eating a lot of processed foods. Fact or Myth?
What is Myth? The Mediterranean diet focuses on whole, unprocessed foods.
Name two protein sources commonly consumed in this diet
What are nuts and fish?
This function of the liver involves the breakdown and storage of carbohydrates, and the conversion of excess glucose into glycogen
What is carbohydrate metabolism?
Explain how the Mediterranean diet affects the progression of NAFLD.
What is slowing its progression by reducing insulin resistance and decreasing inflammation?
List two non-dietary habits that can help maintain liver health.
What are avoiding alcohol and not smoking?
The Mediterranean diet is high in carbohydrates. Fact or Myth?
What is Myth? While it includes carbohydrates, they are primarily from whole grains, fruits, and vegetables.
This type of grain is recommended in the Mediterranean diet due to its high fiber content and health benefits.
What are whole grains?
Name one way the liver helps in detoxification
What is converting ammonia to urea?
The Mediterranean diet is capable of significantly reducing these three laboratory findings
What are AST, GGT and ALT?
This dietary component is crucial for its anti-inflammatory properties and is a staple in Mediterranean dishes.
What are omega-3 fatty acids, commonly found in fish like salmon and sardines?
Snacking is encouraged in the Mediterranean diet. Fact or Myth?
What is Fact? Healthy snacking is encouraged, such as nuts or fruits
This fruit, common in the Mediterranean diet, is particularly known for its high levels of antioxidants and its heart and liver health benefits
What are blueberries?
The liver produces this important substance that aids in digestion by breaking down fats.
What is bile?
The Mediterranean diet can reduce the risk of NAFLD progressing to what?
What is NASH?
This practice in meal preparation enhances the flavor without adding excessive sodium, a technique favored in the Mediterranean diet
What is using herbs and spices instead of salt?
The Mediterranean diet promotes the consumption of white bread. Fact or Myth?
What is Myth? The diet encourages whole grain breads over refined white bread.
This Mediterranean diet component is crucial for improving gut flora and thus aiding digestion and health
What are fermented foods or probiotics
Identify the liver's role in metabolism that involves the storage and release of glucose
What is glycogen storage and mobilization?
This type of liver damage, preventable by diet, leads to decreased liver function and structure.
What is cirrhosis?
Limiting this type of dietary fat is recommended in the Mediterranean diet to support liver health.
What are saturated fats?
Regular consumption of fish is necessary in the Mediterranean diet. Fact or Myth?
What is Fact? Fish, a source of omega-3 fatty acids, is a fundamental part of the diet, recommended to be eaten regularly.