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• Riolo, Amy

A fresh and colorful cooking style with year-round health benefits.

The Mediterranean style of cooking has been medically proven to be good for people with diabetes—and for good reason. Rich in heart-healthy fiber, nutrients, omega-3 fatty acids, and antioxidants, this delicious diet of fruits, vegetables, lean meats and whole-grains can help lower blood pressure and risk for heart disease— all beneficial for people with type 2 diabetes. Based on traditional recipes from Italy, Turkey, Egypt, Morocco, and many other Mediterranean countries, this collection of delicious meals provides a time-tested tradition of healthy eating.

The Mediterranean Diabetes Cookbook features:

• Over 200 healthful and delicious Mediterranean recipes
• Numerous healthy living and cooking tips throughout the book
• Eight pages of color photographs

Amy Riolo is a nationally recognized lecturer and food writer on Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine. She has taught cooking classes at Sur le Table Cooking School and lectured for medical professionals and nutritionists on the importance of healthy cooking and Mediterranean cuisine. She is a member of the International Association of Culinary Professionals.