Submitted by YHR on Fri, 02/27/2009 - 12:38
The Mediterranean diet is very similar to the diet outlined in Genesis1:29 and 9:3. It seems that the diet followed by people living along the Mediterranean Sea results in some of the lowest rates of colon cancer, breast cancer, and coronary disease in the world. It is no accident that Israel is one of these Mediterranean countries.
Foods to consume daily: 
• Olive oil (extra-virgin is best) to replace most fats, oils, butter and margarine
• Breads - dark, chewy, crusty breads, such as rye or barley
• Pasta, rice (preferably brown), couscous, bulgar, potatoes
• Grains, such as bran cereals
• Fruits – at least 2-3 pieces of raw fruit daily
• Nuts – almonds or walnuts (10 per day) have the most health benefits
• Vegetables – dark green leafy vegetables (spinach and greens), and eat from a selection of carrots, sweet potatoes, broccoli, cauliflower and cabbage
• Cheese (reduced fat, grated or in small wedges) and yogurt (non-fat)
Foods to eat 2-3 times per week
• Beans, such as pinto, navy, kidney or great northern (3-4 times per week)
• Fish – cold-water such as salmon, cod, mackerel is best, or trout
• Skinless Poultry – white breast meat is best
• Eggs
Foods to consume only 2-3 times per month
• Lean red meat, with fat trimmed
Follow these Mediterranean diet guidelines, and you will reap the health benefits. 
Hello Dr. Cherry,
How are you? I was wondering what I could do to bring some relief to arthritis in the knees. Only one of them is bothering me. I am a 58 yr old female. My mother dealt with this also in her knees as well before she passed. My doctor determined that it is arthritis and that something may have enflamed it causing it to start to bother me, especially when I walk. She suggested some type of band you can buy from the drug store but I am reluctant to purchase it because I seem to have poor blood circulation in my legs, and also have a dx of Sarcodosis and Erethema Nodosum that attacks my extremities. Thanks in advance for any advice you may be able to give me that would prove to be helpful.
Our prayers are with you as you find your pathway to healing. We have a number of articles on this site regarding arthritis, inflammation, pain, and the immune system, which may be a factor considering your sarcoidosis. They include:
• A Closer Look at Arthritis
• Attacking Arthritis Three Ways (Dr. Cherry video)
• Protect and Strengthen Your Knees
• Controlling Your Pain (Dr. Cherry video)
• Battling Inflammation with Food
• One Fish, Two Fish, High Omega-3 Fish
• Balancing Your Immune System
You can also search on the site under “arthritis” for more articles.
As always, consult with your doctor or healthcare provider when adding or changing your supplements, especially if you are on prescription medications for a diagnosed condition. God Bless.
What can be done for Siatica pain?
For most people, sciatica responds well to self-care measures. These may include use of hot packs or cold packs, stretching, exercise and use of over-the-counter medications. If at all possible, do not go on bed rest; alternate lying down with short walks. Increase your walking distance as you are able to without pain.
Since sciatica pain is usually caused by inflammation, natural anti-inflammatory compounds such as bromelain, quercitin, turmeric/curcumin, and omega-3 fatty acids like fish oil have been shown to be helpful. If the condition is caused by muscle spasms, soothing herbs such as valerian and passion flower may relax the muscles.
Be sure to talk to your healthcare professional about your options, and follow these preventive measures:
• Regular exercise helps to build and preserve a strong muscular core; specifically, target the muscles in the abdomen and low back. A strong core is essential for good posture and spinal alignment
• Avoid movements that involve extreme body rotation.
• Try to keep body weight close to ideal.
• Choose seating that supports the spine's natural curve and allows the feet to rest flat on the floor. Avoid sitting for prolonged periods of time, and do not sit cross-legged. Make it a point to get up and walk around often.
• Avoid sitting on a wallet kept in the hip pocket.
• When lifting and carrying things that are heavy, bulky or awkward in shape, remember to hold the item close to the body, lift with the back straight using the strong leg muscles.
• Sleep on a bed that provides good support. Slip a pillow under the knees to help relieve low back pressure. People who prefer to sleep on their side should place a pillow between their knees to help reduce hip and low back pain.
Specially for women
Eat Seven or Eight times a day. Measurment is the key.
Eat it not as big as your fiest measurment.
It works for me the best of all diet I even had done on
my life.
His Servant
Madlen
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