Want to model some of the best eating habits in the world? Then consider adopting a Mediterranean diet. People from this region of the world have low cholesterol, few incidences of coronary heart disease and cancer, and much longer lives than those who eat the typical American diet. Amazingly, their diet is significantly higher in fat than what the American Heart Association recommends. How do they do it?

Well, they eat loads of plant foods rich in antioxidants. Think colorful fruits and vegetables. Seafood, abundant with heart-healthy nutrients, is also a staple in their diet. Most important: Their diet is free of the two bad fats we tend to consume without a second thought -- saturated fats and trans fats, the ones that stick to our arteries like glue. Try extra virgin olive oil and grapeseed oils to trim your intake of these fats.

It seems the Mediterraneans have the right idea. We should be so wise to follow their lead.

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I know in our house, the quest to be healthy people includes lots of whole food supplements. From green barley juice and spirulina to probiotics and grapeseed extract, I must admit, sometimes I find myself forgetting which supplements to take when. This article has inspired me to set up a supplement diary in chart form, so I can keep track of what I am taking morning and evening.

One feature of this particular supplement diary that really struck me is writing down why we are using a certain supplement. I know for me it is important to be reflective about what each supplement is doing for me, so I can constantly change and alter my regimen to fit my body's current needs.

A supplement diary gives me a place to keep notes about how I react to certain supplements as well. For instance, now I know never to take my liquid seaweed supplement at night if I want to sleep! I save all the amazing energy it gives me for the mornings now.

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