Key components of the Bulgarian diet The Bulgarian diet emphasizes: · Variety of salad of fresh and processed vegetables · Using parsley and fennel to flavor foods · Onionand garlic are majoradditionsto dishes · Cooking meals bybaking · Eating nuts · Drinking traditional Bulgarian brandy – Rakia in moderation (optional)…

Revolutionizing diets, improving health with discovery of new genes involved in food preferences New understanding of the genes involved in taste perception and food preferences can lead to personalized nutrition plans effective not just in weight loss but in avoiding diseases such as cancer, depression, and hypertension. The ability to…

Key components of the Mediterranean diet The Mediterranean diet emphasizes: Eating primarily plant-based foods, such as fruits and vegetables, whole grains, legumes and nuts Replacing butter with healthy fats, such as olive oil Using herbs and spices instead of salt to flavor foods Limiting red meat to no more than…