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Posted on Oct 19th 2006 6:00AM by Martha EdwardsFiled Under: Fitness, Nutrition & Supplements
I just found this WebMD article which briefly delves into the reasons behind why other cultures don't have the high obesity rates that North America does, following in the successful footsteps of the popular books such as Why French Women Don't Get Fat. The gist of the article is that while other cultures may have the same refined, fattening foods that we have, they eat much less in general than Americans, and are more active. I concur -- I was in Paris in May and although at home I walk for at least an hour every day (more than anyone I know), I was completely exhausted by the amount of hoofing it I had to do.
The article also talks briefly about eating habits of other cultures. I like the Asian idea of using meat as a garnish and vegetables as the main component of the meal. I also have embraced the Mediterranean way of incorporating whole, fresh foods into my cooking. That said, I've traveled quite a bit around both Asia and the Mediterranean and I've found that both are becoming more Americanized in regards to the food they serve, so it's important to look for traditional cooking methods.
What healthy tips have you learned from other cultures?
The article also talks briefly about eating habits of other cultures. I like the Asian idea of using meat as a garnish and vegetables as the main component of the meal. I also have embraced the Mediterranean way of incorporating whole, fresh foods into my cooking. That said, I've traveled quite a bit around both Asia and the Mediterranean and I've found that both are becoming more Americanized in regards to the food they serve, so it's important to look for traditional cooking methods.
What healthy tips have you learned from other cultures?
