It’s a ‘unique blend’ of foods
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MediterrAsian – Showcasing the Mediterranean Diet and Asian Diet
Story by Dr. William Li, Contributor
As a doctor and food scientist,
I’ve spent 20 years studying how our diets can help us beat diseases and live longer.
I’ve always taken a natural food-based approach, and much of my diet is inspired by a unique blend of two of the greatest food cultures in the world: Mediterranean and Asia.
I call it the “MediterrAsian” diet. ‘MEDITERRASIAN’ GRILLED SALAD – YouTube
Both the Mediterranean region and Asia have areas known as Blue Zones, where people age better and are overall healthier. The MediterrAsian eating can help you boost immune health and stay healthy.
Here are five staples:
1. Fruits
Apples: An apple a day might keep the doctor away, but three apples a day can help reduce body fat. They’re versatile, great for salads, and delicious as a snack or baked in a dessert.
Pears: Pears are an excellent source of dietary fiber (a medium-sized fruit has 6 grams) for gut health.
Pro tip: to find a ripe pear, hold the fruit by its base with one hand, and with the other, pinch the flesh at the bottom of the stem. If the flesh gives slightly, it’s ready to eat.
Grapefruit: Grapefruit flesh contains disease-fighting flavonoids and vitamin C,
which is a powerful DNA-protecting antioxidant and anti-anti-inflammatory substance.
Avocados: The fats in avocados are healthy monounsaturated fatty acids, which can reduce blood levels of bad LDL cholesterol and lower your risk of heart disease.
2. Vegetables
Broccoli: Broccoli is potent in sulforaphane, which protects stem cells,
improves gut health and metabolism, and amplifies immune responses.
Soy: Soy is eaten as a bean, made into tofu, fermented, and can even be transformed
into wine. It has been associated with lowering the risk of cardiovascular disease by 20% and diabetes by 23%.
Carrots: An ancient root vegetable that originated in Southwest Asia, carrots are a good source of dietary fiber for gut health. A half cup of grated carrot has 2 grams of fiber.
Mushrooms: Mushrooms contain a soluble fiber called beta-D-glucan,
which stimulates defenses to grow new blood vessels needed for healing wounds.
At the same time, it can prevent harmful blood vessels from feeding cancers.
3. Legumes
White beans: Beans are a nutritious food that can help reduce cardiovascular risk factors by lowering blood cholesterol levels. They also contain valuable nutrients like iron, zinc, magnesium and folate.
Lentils: Lentils are a classic legume in Mediterranean cuisine. A half cup of dry lentils contains 18 grams of fiber, which is more than half of the recommended daily intake for men and women.
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Extra virgin olive oil (EVOO): EVOO is the most desirable form of olive oil.
The “extra virgin” refers to oil that is not refined and contains tiny bits of ripe olives.
The oil and bits are the source of potent polyphenols that activate health defenses.
When I buy EVOO, I scan the label on the bottle to identify which olive varieties were used. Many are made from a variety of olives, which can taste very nice, but I prefer monovarietal oil, which is less likely to be diluted with cheaper oils.
Apple cider vinegar: Studies have found that the acetic acid in apple cider vinegar reduces body fat, improves insulin sensitivity, and lowers blood sugar.
Fermented bean paste: Stroll through the middle aisles of any Asian grocery store,
and you’ll see many kinds of fermented bean paste. Made from fermented soy, they contain bioactives that fight fat cells.
5. Seafood
Salmon: Salmon is high in omega-3s, which get absorbed into fat cells and are metabolized. Then they create proteins that are released like cellular firefighters
into the surrounding fat mass to extinguish the inflammation caused by fat.
Roe: If you’re exploring unique tastes, you must try the roe (eggs) of certain seafoods.
Roe is naturally packed with omega-3s, so it takes remarkably little to get a major dose of healthy fats.
Sardine: Sardines are a time-honored seafood of the Mediterranean. They contain bioactives that can improve metabolism and lower blood cholesterol.
6. Liquids
Matcha tea: Matcha is a green tea known for its vivid green color.
Studies have found that matcha can counter the metabolic effects of a high-fat diet.
Oolong tea: A study by the U.S. Department of Agriculture showed drinking six cups
of oolong tea three days a week improved overall metabolism.
Dr. William Li, MD, is a physician, scientist and the New York Times bestselling author of “Eat to Beat Your Diet: Burn Fat, Heal Your Metabolism, and Live Longer” and “Eat to Beat Disease.” His groundbreaking work has led to the development of more than 40 new medical treatments and impacts care for more than 70 diseases including cancer, diabetes, blindness, heart disease and obesity. Follow him on Twitter @drwilliamli.
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But what does Buddhism actually say about it?
Buddhism is not the most popular religion in North America with less than 1 percent
self-identifying, but its ideas permeate our culture. From song lyrics by the Beastie Boys and spiritual themes in Star Wars, to the publicly professed faith of celebrities including Orlando Bloom, Harrison Ford and Richard Gere. Steve Jobs claimed to be a Buddhist. And nothing reflects the image of zen, peaceful state of mind than someone consuming marijuana.
And, the name Buddha translates to “Awakened One” in Sanskrit.
Buddhism is one of the world’s largest religions and originated 2,500 years ago in India. Buddhists believe that human life is one of suffering and that meditation, spiritual and physical labor, and good behavior are the ways to achieve enlightenment or nirvana.
The Four Noble Truths comprise the essence of Buddha’s teachings, though they leave much left unexplained. They are the truth of suffering, the truth of the cause of suffering, the truth of the end of suffering, and the truth of the path that leads to the end of suffering.
Buddhism strongly discourages alcohol and other substances that intoxicate.
This is despite the great diversity of Buddhist traditions across various countries. Alcohol has been frowned upon since the beginning of the religion. Consuming marijuana can help you quiet your mind and reach a zen-like tranquility or temporary enlightenment, but seems to be a bit at odds with Buddhism’s beliefs on intoxicants.
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The Dalai Lama isn’t that keen on recreational marijuana use, but the spiritual leader told supporters in Mexico in 2014 that he supports legal, medicinal marijuana when the drug has been shown to have value.
In Buddhism, the Fifth Precept is frequently interpreted to mean “refrain from intoxicating drinks and drugs which lead to heedlessness”, although in some direct translations, the Fifth Precept refers specifically to alcohol. Cannabis and some other psychoactive plants are specifically prescribed in the Mahākāla Tantra for medicinal purposes.
Medical marijuana has converted from all walks of life and Buddhism is one of its fans.
Considering the healing nature, fewer side effects and low cost, Buddhists appreciate the prop tiers of cannabis. A Buddhist quote is “May all beings have happy minds.”
For those who consume, you can take as you want.
This article Buddhism And Marijuana: Is Weed OK? originally appeared on Benzinga.com.