BREAKING NEWS JULY 2024… if you are looking for a follow-up to this class and a 30-day plan you can follow as well as track your progress, I just published my first book… Every Day Mediterranean, a 30-day Kick-Start Plan and Tracking Journal. You can grab your copy today on Amazon from this link: a.co/d/ehohsJ3
Hi Angela, thanks for your ideas. I’ll add them to my list for the meal prep video. In the meantime, there are a few other of my videos that you might be interested in…the salad system video, the 3 dressing video and the short I just published for orange date dressing. All yummy and helpful if you are looking for ways to add more salads in your life. Cheers, Caroline
Hi Calla! One of my favorite flowers!! Thanks very much for joining in the conversation and sendingh me some marching orders. I’ll get started right away! Cheers, Caroline
I love your tips. These are some of my own tips (4 years on and living in US). 1. Use olive oil as your main oil. Not that I won't use butter (but I sub out most of it with extra virgin olive oil--in the US California Olive Ranch is reliable and available). 2. Eat one less "red meat meal" than you eat now and cut down the portions--3-4 ounces. Also salmon is a great "red meat sub" and really healthy. 3. Don't beat yourself up. Have a treat once in awhile and relax. This should be fun and the food is really delicious. 4. Add another serving or two of veggies--not starchy ones. Also roasted is wonderful and easy and tastes good. 5. Eat more whole grains. 6. if you do meal prep--make building blocks (a pot of grains or beans, a tray of roasted veggies, some healthy dressings or toppings). You are going to get bored with that meal that you decide you are going to eat for 5 days in a row.
Hi Davina - Great idea and if you’ve seen my pantry video, you’ll already know I’m all about being organized (maybe too much…ha ha ha) so I’ll try to make something to help you too! Cheers, Caroline
Hi! You are in luck… I have made a number of videos with meal planning and meal plans in them as well as a weekly Community post featuring a meal of the day plan too. Since you are new to the Mediterranean diet, perhaps you should start with my newest meal plan video at ruclips.net/video/Kb8wHfL7n3g/видео.html and then there are a couple more that would be helpful too I think… ruclips.net/video/lLrNVXNOOvg/видео.html and one about meal plan mistakes I wouldn’t want you to make ruclips.net/video/GAHnrlBg0No/видео.html Welcome to the channel, I hope you enjoy it all! Cheers, Caroline
HI Kimberly! I have a few videos already on the channel about meal prep and especially since you are a beginner, you might enoy watching them! Hope they help… Cheers, Caroline
Just discovered your channel and am looking forward to watching more of your videos for tips and advice. I am new at trying to move toward the Mediterranean style diet and find your method of presentation and style very easy to watch and encouraging. Thank you! I too would love to see a meal prep video.
Hi Barbara, thanks for joining the group. I’ll be happy if you find ideas on my channel that help you get going on the road to eating the Mediterranean way to eat every day. It really is a lot of fun and so so healthy. Watch for more especially your request for a meal prep video. I’m on it. Cheers, Caroline
Oh my‼️ With tears in my eyes I just looked up Mediterranean Recipes on You-tube and found you.😢 After being led astray by my PCP and her many PA’s, I found an Integrative Wellness MD who changed course and extended a much better practice in functional medicine. Now for first time in very long time I am having hope for living healthy at age 78. While living with bronchiectasis and shingles that wont stop - thinking surely I can be healthier and feel better. My new doctor wants me on Med diet along with Intermittent Fasting. I also need to lose 40-50 pounds. You will be my new guide (after 3 weeks of guessing and pasta 🤷🏻♀️!!). I am confident already with your guidance I WILL make the change❣️ Linda in WV
@@LindaMcNeely-l6l What a wonderful (although of course difficult) story about your health challenges. I so hope my channel can play a little role in helping you feel better, lose weight and balance out your life in a healthy way. Welcome, welcome. I’m so happy to have you join the community of other folks like you and me looking to get and stay healthy as we age. Since you are looking for extra guidance, I thought I would let you know that I published (first ever) a new book last week on Amazon all about the basics of following the Mediterranean diet and a 30-day kick start plan complete with a way to track your progress. You might find it interesting to take a look at it. You can find it on Amazon at a.co/d/dbzALov. But most importantly, I’m happy to found me and hope my videos are helpful! Cheers and best of luck, Caroline (PS I can totally sympathize with the shingles problem. I had a very severe form (Ramsay Hunt Syndrome) a few years ago and appreciate how absolutely painful it can be… hang in there!)
Hi Tammy - Thanks for chiming in. You’ll find a few different videos already on the channel all about meal prepping and meal planning, including one that covers a full week of “classes” and cooking with me. This week’s video on Sunday will cover the Mediterranean diet food list with a visit to my local market. Plus, if you are really looking for some extra help, I just published a book last month on Amazon for a 30-day kick start plan with 30 days of menus and a full overview of the diet that you might be interested in taking a look at. Welcome to the channel, I’m glad you’re along for the healthy journey! Cheers, Caroline
Hi Meilei - Sorry it took a few days to respond and thank you for your positive comment. I’ve been on vacation for the past week and truly took some time away! Cheers, Caroline
Hola everybody! You’ve been asking for some simple ways to get started with the Mediterranean diet. The most thing to remember is not to get overwhelmed - it’s not a race, it’s a lifetime journey, so relax and make it fun along the way! And if you’ve got other questions, just comment below and I’ll get back to you as soon as I can! XO Caroline
Another 👍for a meal prep video. I always learn something and get new ideas from them. Now a general question: do folks in the Mediterranean area tend to have their main meal at midday or evening? I’m reaching the point where I tend to feel better with a smaller meal in the early evening (my son calls it my senior special😂) and larger meals morning and midday. Just curious how the rest of the world does it. 😊 Thanks for all you do for us.
Hi Linda - and yep, I’m working on a meal prep video but it is infinitely more time consuming and thought requiring to make it happen. I promise at the beginning of the new year you can count on it! As far as meal times go, here in Spain, lunch (around 2pm) is by far the main meal and dinner (if at all after 8 and usually around 10pm) is a little plate/s…maybe scrambled eggs, a little piece of fish, some vegetables. George and I usualy have a little something before 8pm because we feel like you do. When she reached a certain age (ahem), my oldest sister started to call it “linner”. We just call it the normal eating pattern here. But… I will also say that Spaniards, in paritcular, not necessarily the rest of the Med, eat small meals many times during the day. Desayuno (breakfast around 7-8am), almuerza (mid-morning break at 10:10:30), lunch at 2, merienda (or tea and cookies time around 5pm), tapas after work 6-8 and dinner 9-10. Restaurants open for lunch at 2 (but sometimes at 1pm for tourists) and open for dinner at 8pm for tourists also. This is probably far more information than you wanted, but all this is to say, late lunch is the main meal by far…and then of course it’s time for a short siesta…the Spanish word that George mastered first! 😁
Oh Greg…from your lips to some publisher’s ears! I’ve had lots of people ask for one, I just can’t seem to figure out how to fit in it. As a one-person band, I’m pretty much wall-to-wall with just keeping up on the channel and my website (which frankly sometimes falls behind too)! So…maybe…someday! Cheers, Caroline
Hi Jett - So very nice to get your great compliment. I’m really glad you liked the video and I’ll start working on the meal prep video in a minute! Cheers, Caroline
I love your videos. Very easy to follow. Not too complicated. You explain everything very well. Thanks for what you do. I can't wait to get started eating this way.
Oh Paula, it’s so nice of you to take time to send me a positive compliment, thank you! I really hope my videos help you learn to eat this healthy way every day. Best of luck with it! Cheers, Caroline
HI Rhonnie - Thanks much for your sweet comment. I do have some food prep videos on the channel that you might enjoy, so maybe visit these three... ruclips.net/video/GAHnrlBg0No/видео.html ruclips.net/video/aQ0Y43htdvk/видео.html and ruclips.net/video/lLrNVXNOOvg/видео.html and don't forget to watch ruclips.net/video/jWlssOTqzAk/видео.html XO Caroline
Hi Emily and welcome! I do have a few videos that can give you some ideas but not one specific to lunch boxes. What a great idea! I’ll put it in the “idea” hopper. In the meantime, you might enjoy the videos about healthy snacks, the “eat this, not that video and some that feature dressings and dips (otherwise known as spreads for sandwhiches!). Cheers, Caroline
Thanks for the comment, it will remind me to add an information card to the description so that people now know the meal prep video is up and on the channel! Cheers, Caroline
Since I began the Med. Diet a few days ago (after having done so a year ago but went back to the American way) I found that I have an awful lot of products in my pantry that are going to be pulled out and sent to a food pantry. Sad that I spent hard-earned money on those processed products, but I refuse to eat them ever again. I'm so thankful I found you several days ago. The Med. Diet food is so delicious! Thank you for all you do.
HI Deborah and welcome to the channel. It’s so nice you have you join in the conversation and it sounds like you are well on your way this time. BTW, it’s been a while but I did post a video about stocking the pantry that you might like (and mentioned doing just what you did…give it away to charity if it not longer suits your own diet!). Cheers, Caroline
Today is the day that my family and I will no longer will eat unhealthy food. We don’t eat out, but the chips and packaged foods need to go out the door. Our 12 year old daughter has always since she was little loved foods that are in the Mediterranean dishes. Our child has been telling us without saying anything, but enjoying food that is in the Mediterranean dishes. It’s time for my husband & I to cook Mediterranean. Not only that, but to show our daughter how to cook the food that she enjoys as well. Thank you for having your videos you make it simple and not overwhelming 🙏🏽💜🥰
That’s great to know, Marilyn. I have a number of videos on my channel for meal prep that you might like taking a look at. Since you are starting with the beginners guide to the diet, maybe these meal prep videos in particular might be just what you are looking for… ruclips.net/video/aQ0Y43htdvk/видео.html and ruclips.net/video/GAHnrlBg0No/видео.html
Pick up limes is amazing!!! You & videos actually reminded me of PICK UP LIMES. You both have a sense of humour, don't waffle - you get straight to the point and are so organised which makes it easier to use your recipes quickly in day to day life. keep up the great work!!!
@@mediterraneanminutes haha i must be, a bit obsessed with your channel atm. Made your pasta mushroom dish for dinner and it was a hit. Oh and cashew cream!! Amazing.
Hi Debbie - I’m working on the winter meal prep video as I type this. It’s quite a bit more involved so it’s taking a little longer but stay tuned. I promise it is on the way. And congratulations on learning about this healthy way to eay every day. I know it will make a difference in your life! Cheers, Caroline
Wowee! You are the very first person to send me a Siuper Thanks! So, right back at you…a super thanks from me! So very glad you enjoyed the video, I hope you got a lot of value from it! Cheers, Caroline
HI Emily, thanks for joining in the conversation. With all the positive response, I’m going to start woriking on it right away! Stay tuned! Cheers, Caroline
Hey, another CJ! Me, too. And I will be happy to prepare one right after I’m back from a brief vacay to Paris! Thanks for letting me your what you’re interested in, it really helps me guide what I produce. Cheers, Caroline (Jane)
Hi Lady - Thanks for much for your very kind words. They are much appreciated. I’m really glad you’re getting some value from watching the videos! Cheers, Caroline
Hey Jane, nice to hear from you. And yep, I love love that dressing and by the way, Shelley caught a typo in the description today that I corrected so you may want to review the ingredient list again if you are trying it out! Cheers, Caroline
Just found your videos, looking to get started and you're making it less overwhelming and more straightforward. Looking forward to seeing more, thank you.
Welcome aboard, Belle and thanks much for joining in the coversation. 2024 is bound to be a great year for all of us on this healthy journey! Cheers, Caroline
Hi GirlyGirl! Welcome, welcome. So happy you have you along for the healthy journey! As you work your way through the videos, just comment if you have any questions. Cheers, Caroline
And you'll find a few different videos on my channel devoted to my version of meal prep! Not too much, not too crazy and definitely not boring! Cheers, Caroline
Hi, thanks for your comment. I’m so glad the video is helpful to you. I have plenty more videos too about this healthy way of eating so you may want to hunt around on my channel for other videos that can build on your knowledge about the Mediterranean diet. Best of luck with it in the new year and happy healthy holidays to you! Cheers, Caroline
Thanks Laura, I will get it done. I’ve been working on it and finding it a challenge to put it all together but it’s coming! Thanks so much for joining in the conversation, getting your feedback really motivates and guides me. Haopy healthy new year! Cheers, Caroline
Hi Roxanne, thanks for the encouragement. With so many people saying “yes yes, do it”, I’m pretty motivated to start right away! Stay tuned! Cheers, Caroline
Accidentally viewed your video from a year ago to this one & it caught my attention. Then I found this current one & find it hard to believe you have aged considerably!🤯🤯🤯 What a stark difference!🤯 You had more of a healthy weight a year ago prior to this current one. You are such a beautiful lady! What happened in just a year's time???🤯🤯🤯 The Mediterranean diet did this or, are there other health related issues at play??? 🤔🤔 Seriously, the contrast (just in a year) is undeniably noticeable.🤯
HI Y - It is very thoughful of you to be concerned for my health. First things first, I can report (actually, just had my annual physical a few weeks ago) that I am in very good health. Like lots of others, I put on weight during Covid, no exercise and eating more than normal but I’m back on my track with lots of walking and it has helped me get back to my “set point” weight.. I’ve been eating this healthy way for more than 10 years so no change there, but maybe I should give some thought to getting a facial which I haven’t had since early 2019 or going back to using that “beauty light” ring that was the lighting difference between the old one and the new one! Cheers, Caroline
@@mediterraneanminutes "Thank you kindly," Carolyn, for being so gracious in answering my spiked curiosity. I'm glad to hear you're in good health. Just the stark difference in your physical appearance in a year's time of your video heightened my inquisitiveness & genuine concern. Don't fret about a facial; as long as you're healthy & happy; that's all that matters.😁👍🏻 Stay Blessed! 😁🙏🏻
Hi John! You got it. I’m working on it today. Quite the undertaking but I’m dedicated to getting it done soon. Thanks for contributing your request to the channel community. Cheers, Caroline
Awww, thanks much! It’s been pretty difficult to not be nervous on camera and still happens every time I turn it on, but I’m glad you found the video was helpful! Cheers, Caroline
@@mediterraneanminutesthat's adorable and just goes to show 'feel the fear and do it anyway' is the way, cos more than 80 thousand people have viewed this and been informed, entertained and helped by you, how fabulous 🥳 And you really are just as cute as a button so thanks again for pushing out of your comfort zone for yourself and us 💖
Thanks Caroline, I’m just home from touring Turkey. The food was fabulous and I was thrilled that your principles showed in almost every meal.. Cheers from Australia 🇦🇺
Hey Lorraine, how great to hear from you! Sounds like the trip to Turkey was big fun, lucky you. I’m heading to Paris for a week next Sunday and already have my food must-see, must-eat list set. Cheers, Caroline
Wow, Sandy! I couldn’t ask for nicer feedback. You can’t know how much it means to me to know that you are enjoying them and getting some value from them. You are the reason I do it…truly. Cheers, Caroline
Hi Sally Jean - Nice to hear from you again! Yes, I mix up my own although sometimes I’ve found good mixes at the market. I like pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, chia seeds, sesame seeds, I even throw in quinoa sometimes too. I try for an even blend of them all, but sometimes, if I find good prices for one type of seed or another, the mix will get a bit heavy in that. Probably best to try a pre-made mix to start and see what you like so you don’t spend money on one that you find you don’t like. Hope this helps! Cheers, Caroline
Frith - You’re so sweet to say so and I’m really glad you found it valuable, I hope it helps in the new year for you to achieve your own healthy goals and I’ll keep working to share more information that I think can make it easier do it!. Cheers, Caroline
Hey Blue, it’s always so nice to hear from you and thanks for the very positive comment about this video too. Just stay tuned for the meal prep one. It seems like there are a lot of people interested in it! Cheers, Caroline
Hi Arlet - And you are too charming for saying so! I'm working on the meal prep video right after a short weeklong break while I head to Paris for some french food fun! Stay tuned!! Cheers, Caroline
Hi Susan - I think I have three videos already uploaded on the channel that you might find helpful... so check out the following: ruclips.net/video/lLrNVXNOOvg/видео.html ruclips.net/video/aQ0Y43htdvk/видео.html ruclips.net/video/GAHnrlBg0No/видео.html And actually my newest video is all about learning to eat this way every day by joining me in the kitchen for 5 days and this one might be the most helpful yet! Cheers, Caroline
I just received my 30 Day Kick Start Plan book. I noticed that in the nuts and seeds category, flax seeds are missing. Is there a reason for that? I have been adding it to my meals, they are very filling. Are these not allowed? Thank you. Love your videos!
@@bbowen1751 Hi BB - Flax seeds are totally good, any seed in fact and I’m glad you caught that omission. If I can fit it in a future edition (if their ever is one!), I will be sure to add it. Thanks for helping me with the edit process (ha ha ha!). And thanks so much for supporting me by buying the book. I really appreciate all the love everyone is showingme by backing up my effort! XO Caroline (and PS, if you haven’t already done it… please please leave a review on Aamazon if you are comfortable doing it)
Hi again Kayla! We eat white meat maybe 2x month but everybody's habits are a bit different. We just found that the more healthy ingredients we used, the less we thought about meat. And actually, I rarely ever buy it, never red meat, occasionally pork and chicken but not much. It wasn't a conscious decision, it just gradually stopped being something we enjoyed and we don't miss it...too many other great options. It probably helps that we love fish and shellfish! Cheers, Caroline
Absolutely, just not much of it and not often. Try thinking of meat as a side dish and vegetables as the main. So you can enjoy meat a couple times a month instead of a couple times a week. Start to think about your best sources of protein from beans, legumes and fish first and eggs, poultry, dairy next, then finally red meat. You’ll save a lot of money that was too! Beans and legumes are much less expensive and much higher in nutrients. Hope this helps. I’ll be coming out with another video at the start of the year about getting started with this diet and also have a few other videos on the channel that go into a little more detail too if you are interested. Best of luck, Henry!
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BREAKING NEWS JULY 2024… if you are looking for a follow-up to this class and a 30-day plan you can follow as well as track your progress, I just published my first book… Every Day Mediterranean, a 30-day Kick-Start Plan and Tracking Journal. You can grab your copy today on Amazon from this link: a.co/d/ehohsJ3
Yes meal prep! Salads and dressings.
Hi Angela, thanks for your ideas. I’ll add them to my list for the meal prep video. In the meantime, there are a few other of my videos that you might be interested in…the salad system video, the 3 dressing video and the short I just published for orange date dressing. All yummy and helpful if you are looking for ways to add more salads in your life. Cheers, Caroline
@@mediterraneanminutes Thank you, so much, stay focus, stay strong!
@@barbramiller9408 Thanks, Barbra! I’m tryin’…Cheers, Caroline
Enjoy your video @@mediterraneanminutes
Would absolutely love a meal prep video. Thank you!
Hi Calla! One of my favorite flowers!! Thanks very much for joining in the conversation and sendingh me some marching orders. I’ll get started right away! Cheers, Caroline
I love your tips. These are some of my own tips (4 years on and living in US). 1. Use olive oil as your main oil. Not that I won't use butter (but I sub out most of it with extra virgin olive oil--in the US California Olive Ranch is reliable and available). 2. Eat one less "red meat meal" than you eat now and cut down the portions--3-4 ounces. Also salmon is a great "red meat sub" and really healthy. 3. Don't beat yourself up. Have a treat once in awhile and relax. This should be fun and the food is really delicious. 4. Add another serving or two of veggies--not starchy ones. Also roasted is wonderful and easy and tastes good. 5. Eat more whole grains. 6. if you do meal prep--make building blocks (a pot of grains or beans, a tray of roasted veggies, some healthy dressings or toppings). You are going to get bored with that meal that you decide you are going to eat for 5 days in a row.
Just wonderful suggestions, Jay. Thanks so much for being an active part of this community. I really appreciate your contributions! Cheers, Caroline
Yes please do a meal prep video. It will help me to get organised in the kitchen. Thank you 😊
Hi Davina - Great idea and if you’ve seen my pantry video, you’ll already know I’m all about being organized (maybe too much…ha ha ha) so I’ll try to make something to help you too! Cheers, Caroline
Yes a meal plan…. Would be wonderful please.
Hi! You are in luck… I have made a number of videos with meal planning and meal plans in them as well as a weekly Community post featuring a meal of the day plan too. Since you are new to the Mediterranean diet, perhaps you should start with my newest meal plan video at ruclips.net/video/Kb8wHfL7n3g/видео.html and then there are a couple more that would be helpful too I think… ruclips.net/video/lLrNVXNOOvg/видео.html and one about meal plan mistakes I wouldn’t want you to make ruclips.net/video/GAHnrlBg0No/видео.html Welcome to the channel, I hope you enjoy it all! Cheers, Caroline
Yes. Meal prep. For sure. Plz
HI Kimberly! I have a few videos already on the channel about meal prep and especially since you are a beginner, you might enoy watching them! Hope they help… Cheers, Caroline
Just discovered your channel and am looking forward to watching more of your videos for tips and advice. I am new at trying to move toward the Mediterranean style diet and find your method of presentation and style very easy to watch and encouraging. Thank you! I too would love to see a meal prep video.
Hi Barbara, thanks for joining the group. I’ll be happy if you find ideas on my channel that help you get going on the road to eating the Mediterranean way to eat every day. It really is a lot of fun and so so healthy. Watch for more especially your request for a meal prep video. I’m on it. Cheers, Caroline
Oh my‼️ With tears in my eyes I just looked up Mediterranean Recipes on You-tube and found you.😢 After being led astray by my PCP and her many PA’s, I found an Integrative Wellness MD who changed course and extended a much better practice in functional medicine. Now for first time in very long time I am having hope for living healthy at age 78. While living with bronchiectasis and shingles that wont stop - thinking surely I can be healthier and feel better. My new doctor wants me on Med diet along with Intermittent Fasting. I also need to lose 40-50 pounds. You will be my new guide (after 3 weeks of guessing and pasta 🤷🏻♀️!!). I am confident already with your guidance I WILL make the change❣️ Linda in WV
@@LindaMcNeely-l6l What a wonderful (although of course difficult) story about your health challenges. I so hope my channel can play a little role in helping you feel better, lose weight and balance out your life in a healthy way. Welcome, welcome. I’m so happy to have you join the community of other folks like you and me looking to get and stay healthy as we age. Since you are looking for extra guidance, I thought I would let you know that I published (first ever) a new book last week on Amazon all about the basics of following the Mediterranean diet and a 30-day kick start plan complete with a way to track your progress. You might find it interesting to take a look at it. You can find it on Amazon at a.co/d/dbzALov. But most importantly, I’m happy to found me and hope my videos are helpful! Cheers and best of luck, Caroline (PS I can totally sympathize with the shingles problem. I had a very severe form (Ramsay Hunt Syndrome) a few years ago and appreciate how absolutely painful it can be… hang in there!)
Meal plan very helpful.
Hi Tammy - Thanks for chiming in. You’ll find a few different videos already on the channel all about meal prepping and meal planning, including one that covers a full week of “classes” and cooking with me. This week’s video on Sunday will cover the Mediterranean diet food list with a visit to my local market. Plus, if you are really looking for some extra help, I just published a book last month on Amazon for a 30-day kick start plan with 30 days of menus and a full overview of the diet that you might be interested in taking a look at. Welcome to the channel, I’m glad you’re along for the healthy journey! Cheers, Caroline
Great video, subscribed
Awesome, thank you, Lisa! Welcome to the channel, I’m glad you are joining all of us on this healthy journey, Cheers, Caroline
Incredible. Thank you. I’ve strayed a bit and needed to see how accessible coming back is.
Hi Meilei - Sorry it took a few days to respond and thank you for your positive comment. I’ve been on vacation for the past week and truly took some time away! Cheers, Caroline
Yes that sounds great! 👍 Just 2 hours to prep your meals, and i agree! Roasted veggies are so delish!
I love the idea of crunchy onions yumm
Glad it’s helpful. I just like this meal prep-lite version better because it suits me portion-wise and I don’t have to put to many things on repeat!
Hola everybody! You’ve been asking for some simple ways to get started with the Mediterranean diet. The most thing to remember is not to get overwhelmed - it’s not a race, it’s a lifetime journey, so relax and make it fun along the way! And if you’ve got other questions, just comment below and I’ll get back to you as soon as I can! XO Caroline
Another 👍for a meal prep video. I always learn something and get new ideas from them. Now a general question: do folks in the Mediterranean area tend to have their main meal at midday or evening? I’m reaching the point where I tend to feel better with a smaller meal in the early evening (my son calls it my senior special😂) and larger meals morning and midday. Just curious how the rest of the world does it. 😊 Thanks for all you do for us.
Hi Linda - and yep, I’m working on a meal prep video but it is infinitely more time consuming and thought requiring to make it happen. I promise at the beginning of the new year you can count on it! As far as meal times go, here in Spain, lunch (around 2pm) is by far the main meal and dinner (if at all after 8 and usually around 10pm) is a little plate/s…maybe scrambled eggs, a little piece of fish, some vegetables. George and I usualy have a little something before 8pm because we feel like you do. When she reached a certain age (ahem), my oldest sister started to call it “linner”. We just call it the normal eating pattern here. But… I will also say that Spaniards, in paritcular, not necessarily the rest of the Med, eat small meals many times during the day. Desayuno (breakfast around 7-8am), almuerza (mid-morning break at 10:10:30), lunch at 2, merienda (or tea and cookies time around 5pm), tapas after work 6-8 and dinner 9-10. Restaurants open for lunch at 2 (but sometimes at 1pm for tourists) and open for dinner at 8pm for tourists also. This is probably far more information than you wanted, but all this is to say, late lunch is the main meal by far…and then of course it’s time for a short siesta…the Spanish word that George mastered first! 😁
Linda, good question!
Have you published a cookbook? If not, I hope you do!
Oh Greg…from your lips to some publisher’s ears! I’ve had lots of people ask for one, I just can’t seem to figure out how to fit in it. As a one-person band, I’m pretty much wall-to-wall with just keeping up on the channel and my website (which frankly sometimes falls behind too)! So…maybe…someday! Cheers, Caroline
I love your channel. Thank you. Please keep the great videos coming. 😊
HI Nooshi and welcome to my channel. I’m so happy you enjoy it! Thanks mich, Caroline
I would love to see a meal prep video, thank you! Loved this one.
Hi Jett - So very nice to get your great compliment. I’m really glad you liked the video and I’ll start working on the meal prep video in a minute! Cheers, Caroline
@@mediterraneanminutes thanks Caroline. Looking forward to it!
Yes, please, a meal prep video would be perfect!
Hi Kathy - how nice to hear from you again. And of course, your wish is my command! So stay tuned, I’ll start working on it today! Cheers, Caroline
I love your videos. Very easy to follow. Not too complicated. You explain everything very well. Thanks for what you do. I can't wait to get started eating this way.
Oh Paula, it’s so nice of you to take time to send me a positive compliment, thank you! I really hope my videos help you learn to eat this healthy way every day. Best of luck with it! Cheers, Caroline
Yes to meal prep!
HI Kim, by the way there are a few meal prep videos on my channel already up that you might enjoy too! Cheers, Caroline
Gosh, you are just adorable and so positive. I am loving your helpful videos. I would also benefit from food prep videos. Stsy fabulous!
HI Rhonnie - Thanks much for your sweet comment. I do have some food prep videos on the channel that you might enjoy, so maybe visit these three... ruclips.net/video/GAHnrlBg0No/видео.html ruclips.net/video/aQ0Y43htdvk/видео.html and ruclips.net/video/lLrNVXNOOvg/видео.html and don't forget to watch ruclips.net/video/jWlssOTqzAk/видео.html XO Caroline
i need ideas for my lunchbox please i just discovered this channel and already love it❤
Hi Emily and welcome! I do have a few videos that can give you some ideas but not one specific to lunch boxes. What a great idea! I’ll put it in the “idea” hopper. In the meantime, you might enjoy the videos about healthy snacks, the “eat this, not that video and some that feature dressings and dips (otherwise known as spreads for sandwhiches!). Cheers, Caroline
Ye we, meal prep, please! Thank you!
Thanks for the comment, it will remind me to add an information card to the description so that people now know the meal prep video is up and on the channel! Cheers, Caroline
Since I began the Med. Diet a few days ago (after having done so a year ago but went back to the American way) I found that I have an awful lot of products in my pantry that are going to be pulled out and sent to a food pantry. Sad that I spent hard-earned money on those processed products, but I refuse to eat them ever again. I'm so thankful I found you several days ago. The Med. Diet food is so delicious! Thank you for all you do.
HI Deborah and welcome to the channel. It’s so nice you have you join in the conversation and it sounds like you are well on your way this time. BTW, it’s been a while but I did post a video about stocking the pantry that you might like (and mentioned doing just what you did…give it away to charity if it not longer suits your own diet!). Cheers, Caroline
Today is the day that my family and I will no longer will eat unhealthy food. We don’t eat out, but the chips and packaged foods need to go out the door. Our 12 year old daughter has always since she was little loved foods that are in the Mediterranean dishes. Our child has been telling us without saying anything, but enjoying food that is in the Mediterranean dishes. It’s time for my husband & I to cook Mediterranean. Not only that, but to show our daughter how to cook the food that she enjoys as well. Thank you for having your videos you make it simple and not overwhelming 🙏🏽💜🥰
Love to see meal prepping
That’s great to know, Marilyn. I have a number of videos on my channel for meal prep that you might like taking a look at. Since you are starting with the beginners guide to the diet, maybe these meal prep videos in particular might be just what you are looking for… ruclips.net/video/aQ0Y43htdvk/видео.html and ruclips.net/video/GAHnrlBg0No/видео.html
Pick up limes is amazing!!! You & videos actually reminded me of PICK UP LIMES. You both have a sense of humour, don't waffle - you get straight to the point and are so organised which makes it easier to use your recipes quickly in day to day life. keep up the great work!!!
Hello hello, are you my new BFF? What a generous comment, I’m really appreciative of reading something that starts my day off great. Cheers, Caroline
@@mediterraneanminutes haha i must be, a bit obsessed with your channel atm. Made your pasta mushroom dish for dinner and it was a hit. Oh and cashew cream!! Amazing.
@@hello-wp7bx Super happy to hear you like it…you go girl! Cheers, Caroline
Would love to see a meal prep video. Just getting started on this way of eating.
Hi Debbie - I’m working on the winter meal prep video as I type this. It’s quite a bit more involved so it’s taking a little longer but stay tuned. I promise it is on the way. And congratulations on learning about this healthy way to eay every day. I know it will make a difference in your life! Cheers, Caroline
Thanks!
Wowee! You are the very first person to send me a Siuper Thanks! So, right back at you…a super thanks from me! So very glad you enjoyed the video, I hope you got a lot of value from it! Cheers, Caroline
New subscriber and I love your channel! You present everything so well. Thanks so much for all the info and inspiration 💕
Hi Violets! Thanks so much for your kind comment. I really appreciate it and am so glad you're enjoying the channel! Cheers, Caroline
I would love to see a meal prep video please! 😊
HI Emily, thanks for joining in the conversation. With all the positive response, I’m going to start woriking on it right away! Stay tuned! Cheers, Caroline
@@mediterraneanminutes I can’t wait to see it!
A meal prep video would be great! Thanks for the informative content.
Hey, another CJ! Me, too. And I will be happy to prepare one right after I’m back from a brief vacay to Paris! Thanks for letting me your what you’re interested in, it really helps me guide what I produce. Cheers, Caroline (Jane)
Yes please a meal prep video
You got it…I’m still working on it - a little slow but getting there. I guess I am hoping that the turtle wins this race! Cheers, Caroline
Hola, your videos are visually beautiful and full of great tips and tricks. Thank you.
Hi Lady - Thanks for much for your very kind words. They are much appreciated. I’m really glad you’re getting some value from watching the videos! Cheers, Caroline
Love your videos. Love meal prep.
Hi David, thanks so much for your kind words. I’ll start working on the meal prep video and give it my best shot! Cheers, Caroline
Good to see you again. That dressing looks wonderful and the ingredients are going on my shopping list next week. Thanks!
Hey Jane, nice to hear from you. And yep, I love love that dressing and by the way, Shelley caught a typo in the description today that I corrected so you may want to review the ingredient list again if you are trying it out! Cheers, Caroline
Just found your videos, looking to get started and you're making it less overwhelming and more straightforward. Looking forward to seeing more, thank you.
Welcome aboard, Belle and thanks much for joining in the coversation. 2024 is bound to be a great year for all of us on this healthy journey! Cheers, Caroline
Really enjoying your channel!
Thank You!
Hi GirlyGirl! Welcome, welcome. So happy you have you along for the healthy journey! As you work your way through the videos, just comment if you have any questions. Cheers, Caroline
You are so adorable 🥰 and thank you for the amazing video!!
Oh yes, meal prep!
And you'll find a few different videos on my channel devoted to my version of meal prep! Not too much, not too crazy and definitely not boring! Cheers, Caroline
Amazing 🎉
Thank you! Cheers! Caroline
Thank you so much for these videos. Absolutely needed to see this.
Hi, thanks for your comment. I’m so glad the video is helpful to you. I have plenty more videos too about this healthy way of eating so you may want to hunt around on my channel for other videos that can build on your knowledge about the Mediterranean diet. Best of luck with it in the new year and happy healthy holidays to you! Cheers, Caroline
I'd be very interested in seeing a meal prep video please. I've been watching your other videos. 🙂
Thanks Laura, I will get it done. I’ve been working on it and finding it a challenge to put it all together but it’s coming! Thanks so much for joining in the conversation, getting your feedback really motivates and guides me. Haopy healthy new year! Cheers, Caroline
Love your videos thank you so much
You’re totally welcome, Trish. Thanks for letting me know! Cheers, Caroline
Thank you, I needed reminders that eating this way is easy.
Thanks, Natasha for your comment. I’m so glad it is helpful! best of luck with eating this Mediterranean way every day! Cheers, Caroline
Yes please, a meal prep video would be excellent!
Hi Donna, and welcome to the channel. Thanks for letting me know what you are interested in next. Stay tuned, I’m working on it! Cheers, Caroline
Yes, a meal prep video would be very helpful. Thank you.
Hi Roxanne, thanks for the encouragement. With so many people saying “yes yes, do it”, I’m pretty motivated to start right away! Stay tuned! Cheers, Caroline
Accidentally viewed your video from a year ago to this one & it caught my attention. Then I found this current one & find it hard to believe you have aged considerably!🤯🤯🤯 What a stark difference!🤯 You had more of a healthy weight a year ago prior to this current one. You are such a beautiful lady! What happened in just a year's time???🤯🤯🤯 The Mediterranean diet did this or, are there other health related issues at play??? 🤔🤔 Seriously, the contrast (just in a year) is undeniably noticeable.🤯
HI Y - It is very thoughful of you to be concerned for my health. First things first, I can report (actually, just had my annual physical a few weeks ago) that I am in very good health. Like lots of others, I put on weight during Covid, no exercise and eating more than normal but I’m back on my track with lots of walking and it has helped me get back to my “set point” weight.. I’ve been eating this healthy way for more than 10 years so no change there, but maybe I should give some thought to getting a facial which I haven’t had since early 2019 or going back to using that “beauty light” ring that was the lighting difference between the old one and the new one! Cheers, Caroline
@@mediterraneanminutes "Thank you kindly," Carolyn, for being so gracious in answering my spiked curiosity. I'm glad to hear you're in good health. Just the stark difference in your physical appearance in a year's time of your video heightened my inquisitiveness & genuine concern. Don't fret about a facial; as long as you're healthy & happy; that's all that matters.😁👍🏻 Stay Blessed! 😁🙏🏻
Meal prep with vegetarian or chicken options!
Hi John! You got it. I’m working on it today. Quite the undertaking but I’m dedicated to getting it done soon. Thanks for contributing your request to the channel community. Cheers, Caroline
Aren't you just darling 😍 Thanks for the video!
Awww, thanks much! It’s been pretty difficult to not be nervous on camera and still happens every time I turn it on, but I’m glad you found the video was helpful! Cheers, Caroline
@@mediterraneanminutesthat's adorable and just goes to show 'feel the fear and do it anyway' is the way, cos more than 80 thousand people have viewed this and been informed, entertained and helped by you, how fabulous 🥳 And you really are just as cute as a button so thanks again for pushing out of your comfort zone for yourself and us 💖
Thanks Caroline, I’m just home from touring Turkey. The food was fabulous and I was thrilled that your principles showed in almost every meal.. Cheers from Australia 🇦🇺
Hey Lorraine, how great to hear from you! Sounds like the trip to Turkey was big fun, lucky you. I’m heading to Paris for a week next Sunday and already have my food must-see, must-eat list set. Cheers, Caroline
@@mediterraneanminutes ooo.. maybe I will get to Paris some day.. Cheers and have a blast..🌸🌸
Loving your videos
Thanks, Lynnette, so much for sending me a note. It’s really nice to know you are enjoying them. Cheers, Caroline
I love your videos! 😊
Wow, Sandy! I couldn’t ask for nicer feedback. You can’t know how much it means to me to know that you are enjoying them and getting some value from them. You are the reason I do it…truly. Cheers, Caroline
You mentioned a "seed mixture" you sprinkle onto things....do you make your own? Recipe? Ratios? So want to make one to sprinkle ❤
Hi Sally Jean - Nice to hear from you again! Yes, I mix up my own although sometimes I’ve found good mixes at the market. I like pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, chia seeds, sesame seeds, I even throw in quinoa sometimes too. I try for an even blend of them all, but sometimes, if I find good prices for one type of seed or another, the mix will get a bit heavy in that. Probably best to try a pre-made mix to start and see what you like so you don’t spend money on one that you find you don’t like. Hope this helps! Cheers, Caroline
What a great video!
Frith - You’re so sweet to say so and I’m really glad you found it valuable, I hope it helps in the new year for you to achieve your own healthy goals and I’ll keep working to share more information that I think can make it easier do it!. Cheers, Caroline
Meal prep ideas would be wonderful!
Hi Tammy, thanks for giving me the go-ahead. I’ll get on it right away! Cheers, Caroline
Yes, we need a prep video 🙂
Hi Nat and thanks for joining in the conversation…consider it done! Cheers, Caroline
Yes to meal prep video! 😋
And thanks to you for letting me know, Barbara! I’m already dreaming up some ideas!! Cheers, Caroline
Meal prep would be nice!!
Then I will get started on it right away for you, Laura! Thanks for joining in the chorus of viewers who are enthusiastic about it! Cheers, Caroline
Meal prep video please! Tfs. This was very helpful. 👍
Hey Blue, it’s always so nice to hear from you and thanks for the very positive comment about this video too. Just stay tuned for the meal prep one. It seems like there are a lot of people interested in it! Cheers, Caroline
Please a meal prep video! You are amazing!
Hi Arlet - And you are too charming for saying so! I'm working on the meal prep video right after a short weeklong break while I head to Paris for some french food fun! Stay tuned!! Cheers, Caroline
@@mediterraneanminutes yay! Have a blast in Paris! Yum!
You have such a beautiful smile 😊
Aww, Ella. How nice of you to take time out of your own day to send me such a lovely compliment. It brought a “smile” to my face! Cheers, Caroline
@@mediterraneanminutes thank you so much! I genuinely meant it!
Meal prep please
Hi Susan - I think I have three videos already uploaded on the channel that you might find helpful... so check out the following: ruclips.net/video/lLrNVXNOOvg/видео.html ruclips.net/video/aQ0Y43htdvk/видео.html ruclips.net/video/GAHnrlBg0No/видео.html And actually my newest video is all about learning to eat this way every day by joining me in the kitchen for 5 days and this one might be the most helpful yet! Cheers, Caroline
Please, a meal prep video would be helpful. Thanks!
Hi Gran, thanks for chiming in. Since you asked, I’ll get it going! Cheers, Caroline
@@mediterraneanminutes Thank you!!!
I just received my 30 Day Kick Start Plan book. I noticed that in the nuts and seeds category, flax seeds are missing. Is there a reason for that? I have been adding it to my meals, they are very filling. Are these not allowed? Thank you. Love your videos!
@@bbowen1751 Hi BB - Flax seeds are totally good, any seed in fact and I’m glad you caught that omission. If I can fit it in a future edition (if their ever is one!), I will be sure to add it. Thanks for helping me with the edit process (ha ha ha!). And thanks so much for supporting me by buying the book. I really appreciate all the love everyone is showingme by backing up my effort! XO Caroline (and PS, if you haven’t already done it… please please leave a review on Aamazon if you are comfortable doing it)
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Hey, Betty! Thanks again, Caroline
Meal prep please.
Hi Jill and welcome to the channel! I’ll be happy to oblige so stay tuned, I’ll start working on it right away…Cheers, Caroline
How often can you eat meat??
Hi again Kayla! We eat white meat maybe 2x month but everybody's habits are a bit different. We just found that the more healthy ingredients we used, the less we thought about meat. And actually, I rarely ever buy it, never red meat, occasionally pork and chicken but not much. It wasn't a conscious decision, it just gradually stopped being something we enjoyed and we don't miss it...too many other great options. It probably helps that we love fish and shellfish! Cheers, Caroline
Is meat allowed on this diet?
Absolutely, just not much of it and not often. Try thinking of meat as a side dish and vegetables as the main. So you can enjoy meat a couple times a month instead of a couple times a week. Start to think about your best sources of protein from beans, legumes and fish first and eggs, poultry, dairy next, then finally red meat. You’ll save a lot of money that was too! Beans and legumes are much less expensive and much higher in nutrients. Hope this helps. I’ll be coming out with another video at the start of the year about getting started with this diet and also have a few other videos on the channel that go into a little more detail too if you are interested. Best of luck, Henry!