Mediterranean Diet
Nourish Your Body, Elevate Your Lifestyle with Cedars Deli
At Cedars Deli, we’re dedicated to your well-being by offering a selection of fresh, nutritious, and delicious foods that not only satisfy your taste buds but also contribute to your overall health. Our diverse menu features an array of Mediterranean favorites, including salads, shawarmas, donairs, falafels, and more—each thoughtfully crafted to align with the principles of the renowned Mediterranean diet.
We believe in empowering you to make choices that make you feel good about what you’re putting into your body. Our menu isn’t just about satisfying cravings; it’s about providing quality fuel to keep your mind and body energized, ensuring you thrive in today’s fast-paced society. We understand that nutrient-dense foods make a significant difference in your well-being.
The Mediterranean diet, a cornerstone of our culinary philosophy, goes beyond just eating—it’s a lifestyle that promotes health and vitality. Numerous studies have highlighted the positive impact of the Mediterranean diet, showcasing lower incidences of heart disease and cancer among those who follow it. Cedars Deli is proud to be a part of this culinary tradition that champions well-being.
Habits of the Mediterranean Diet:
- Daily servings of fruits and vegetables
- Healthy lean proteins
- Spices and herbs in lieu of salt
- A splash of olive oil for added richness
- A variety of healthy whole grains
- Small amounts of nutritious nuts
- An active lifestyle
- Quality time spent with loved ones
Experience the transformative power of the Mediterranean diet with Cedars Deli. Nourish your body, savor the flavors, and embrace a lifestyle that fuels your vitality. Your journey to wellness starts here!
'Clean Eating' versus the Mediterranean Diet
Similarities can be seen between the Mediterranean diet and with the shift to ‘Clean Eating’. These healthy lifestyles focus on eating foods that are in their natural state, along with the use of healthy fats to maintain a balanced diet. Healthy fats help the digestion cycle.
Both the Mediterranean diet and Clean Eating lifestyles promote healthy eating habits that will last a lifetime. What has been made popular in the last few years, has been part of the Mediterranean lifestyle for centuries.
The focus isn’t to remove fat or reduce calories from the diet but to make healthy choices about what nutrients you consume.
Clean Eating is a lifestyle choice that incorporates the very basis of the Mediterranean diet. In today’s fast paced world, eating clean and on the run can be a challenge but we made it easy at Cedars Deli. At Cedars, we know it’s possible to eat healthy without much effort or time. Eating well is easier than ever and fits every budget, so stop by and let us know it’s your first visit. Come and enjoy our warm friendly atmosphere.
Here are some tips to help you enjoy a healthy lifestyle
Eat frequently during the day every 2.5 – 3 hours up to 6 mini meals a day – stop by Cedars and have full meal or a quick snack. Try to have lean protein at each mini meal with a complex carbohydrate – enjoy our ‘cornerstone’ (chicken & falafel mix) plate.
Enjoy & savor your foods – Our foods are full of natural flavor, so eat slowly, enjoy and you won’t overeat!
Change to Whole grains
Cedars Deli offers whole wheat pitas, couscous & bulgar whole grains in our popular salads and sandwiches.
Rethink portion size
Canadian regular sized portions are too large, so eat smaller portions! Vegetable or fruit with each mini meal with some restrictions on the fruit is a good plan.
Nuts
Include a small handful of unsalted nuts for a snack daily or add to salads like we have with our couscous salad.
Drink lots of water
You need about 1.8 Liters of water each day! Decrease your caffeine drinks and sugar loaded juices & pops too.