The Mediterranean Diet App That Will Change Your Life

The Mediterranean diet is one of the most balanced and nutritious diets you can follow, and is a healthy way of eating at all stages in life. The Lifesum app makes it easy to follow the Mediterranean diet to improve your overall well-being diet no matter if you want to gain or maintain weight, or if you want to lose unwanted pounds.

If you’re interested in trying the Mediterranean diet to eat meals filled with colorful veggies, citrusy and herbal flavors, healthy fats and lean protein, download the Lifesum app today and leverage all of the tools to find recipes, track your meals, and lose weight effectively.

Why is the Mediterranean diet so healthy?

First and foremost, the Mediterranean diet focuses on plenty of fibrous fruits and vegetables, legumes, healthy fats, and old-school grains, such as whole-wheat pasta, whole grain bread, brown rice, and other whole grains. When focusing on these kinds of whole foods, there is less room for highly processed food, thereby reducing the amount of added sugars, saturated fats, and sodium.

Additionally, all of the healthy fiber and fats you’ll consume in your meals on the Mediterranean diet make you feel fuller for longer, which reduces the cravings for sugary and unbalanced snacks. Simply by following Lifesum’s Mediterranean diet, you’ll shift your meal portions to fill up on veggies, legumes, nuts & seeds, rather than nutrient-poor and energy-dense food. 

Refined carbs and processed red meats, fan-favorite foods worldwide, tend to be higher in calories, but lower in nutrients. By eating Mediterranean meals, you’ll reduce your intake of these foods. If you feel you need a snack, a quick handful of nuts or some yogurt with fruit will leave you feeling full and fresh without feeling tired, as you might feel after eating chips or crackers.

The benefits of eating Mediterranean meals

Studies have shown that cutting back on red meat, sugar, and processed food intake may lower blood pressure, reduce the risk of heart disease, and level out blood sugars to prevent or assist in controlling diabetes. In addition, following the Mediterranean diet through the Lifesum app helps ensure you get your daily recommended levels of vitamins and minerals to promote better physical, emotional, and mental health.

Lifesum’s Mediterranean diet helps you hit your goal in a sustainable way rather than cutting out foods and imposing a restrictive (and therefore unsustainable) diet.

How does Lifesum make healthy weight loss easier?

While Lifesum helps you reach your goal, the app actually helps you learn how to make more nutritious meal choices, developing a better relationship with food, and building healthier habits. Some of the tools and features you’ll enjoy with the Lifesum app are:

• Meal Plans and Diets to simplify healthy eating;
• Recipes to guarantee flavorful and nutritious meals to keep you on track;
• Macro tracking, so you know you’re eating a balanced diet;
• Nutritional information to learn which nutrients foods have and discover what to eat more of;
• Daily and weekly feedback to understand how you’re progressing towards your goal and how you can improve.

Download the Lifesum app today to try the Mediterranean diet and start your journey!

What foods can you eat on the Mediterranean diet?

The Mediterranean diet cuts out saturated and trans fats, added sugars, processed meats, and foods high in sodium in favor of clean, unprocessed foods. Some meals you’ll enjoy while following the Mediterranean diet include:

• Yogurt with berries and nuts
• Grilled or baked fish with veggies and legumes
• Hearty, leafy greens
• Roasted eggplant
• Whole grains
• Citrusy and herbal dishes

And much more!