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* Over weight
* Heart attack
* Diabetes
* Cancer
* Diseases connected with a sedentary life
* Stress
* Etc...

The first problem we can identify is that we consume less calories in respect to that ones we add. We eat the same as our grannies did but do less physical activities (Our grannies come from a farm society where it was very usual to do 10 hours a day of physical activity in the camps)

Eating as the people from the Mediterranean can resolve these problems.

The Mediterranean diet is not a "Diet" but a way to eat followed for centuries by the Mediterranean people (Italy, Greece, France, Spain, Middle-east, etc...).

The most common misconception about this dietary pattern is that does no exist an exact "Diet". When people talks about the Mediterranean diet should talk about the healthy foods to eat an not the quantity (for this reason there are dietist and other doctors that can help for).

Here 10 reasons to help you live a better life by eating as a Mediterranean do.

1° In respect to the other "Fad" diets (low carbs, detox, etc...), It's not expensive

2° It's a long term diet that helps you maintain your weight after you lose it.

3° Following this principles you won't fail loose weight regularly without damaging your body because.

4° It's Healthy - There are thousand of trusted researches that confirm its health benefits.

5° You won't find no one that talks bad about this diet. (not considering the "Fad" diet promoters)

6° Helps you live longer

7° It's tasty

8° Reduce the risks of Alzheimer, cancer, and heart diseases

9° It's free for everyone and easy accessible. In Spain they promote that this diet become part of the U.N.E.S.C.O. patrimony.

10° I'm Sicilian (Italy) and I eat the Mediterranean foods since 24 years and I've never had health problems

The most common misconception about this diet is that does no exist an exact "Diet". People should consider its healthy foods instead of the quantity.

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Enrico Forte writes for the website Mediterraneanbook.cm "All about the Mediterranean Diet". A free blog the collects all the web resources about the Mediterranean cuisine, diet and lists the recipes in a free directory.

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Here the best you can do to find great holiday deals in Italy

* Book in the season between the months of Feb - May or Sept - Jan
The accommodations in these periods are empty and, to attract more reservations possible, it's probably they apply lower rates. The difference can be very sensible (40-50% off)

* Book as much as earlier possible
It's better to reserve your accommodation at least 3 months before your arrive. Owners and Receptions tend to cut the prices for early reservations.

* Stay far away from the big city centers.
Near the centers of the major cities (Rome, Milan, Naples, Catania), it's probable to find high prices, so prefer to stay in an accommodation in the province. Don't worry about distances, you can move quickly with taxi, bus or train services.

* Control the type of services included and if prices are comprehensive of taxes
While booking, have a look if price is tax comprehensive and if it's referred "At person". Usually you can find low prices for the single room service but for the other services like transfers, meals etc...you need to pay another price.

* Choose accommodation services near the attractions you'll visit
Watch in the map of the place you'll visit all the attractions, services available and the accommodation location in order to calculate the distances, time and cost of transfers. You could save more than 30% in gas or car hire. It's better to public transfers too.

* Buy food in the local markets
Buy directly your meals in the local markets and cook it in your accommodation, you'll save up on restaurants prices.

* A Bed & Breakfast is better than a luxury hotel
During your vacation the best thing to consider is the experience and the attraction you'll visit...all you need is a place where sleep!

* Contact directly the owner of the accommodation, you could negotiate a better price

In summary...on the net you can find all information you need for great deals. It's easy all you need is to find a local tourist board and search for your accommodation and travel service.

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Enrico Forte is a travel consultant. He works for the website Volcano Etna, Sicily hotels bookings and Etna excursions>. The website provides special deals and useful information about the Sicilian territory.

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