She was interested in healthy food.
She did research about healthy food and then she wrote a book about healthy food.
The book is called "The Jungle Effect: The Healthiest Diets from Around the World."
Which countries food is the healthiest?
The 10 Healthiest Foods
1. Greek
Traditional Greek foods are vegetables, fresh fruit, beans, grains, olive oil, and fish.
These are all very healthy.
2. California
Californian food is seasonal, local food that is simply prepared.
"Foods grown locally are going to taste better and may have more nutrients," Daphne Miller explains.
3. Vietnamese
Vietnamese cooking uses fresh herbs, lots of vegetables and seafood, and less oil.
4. Japanese
Daphne Miller found that traditional Japanese cuisine -- especially Okinawan food was superhealthy.
They also practice Hara Hachi Bu, which means "eat until you are 80 percent full.
5. Indian
The spices used in Indian cooking are very healthy.
For example, turmeric, a main ingredient in curry, may have healing properties.
Also yogurt and lentils are very healthy.
6. Italian
The Italian tradition of enjoying a leisurely meal is good for digestion.
Also Italian food uses a lot of tomatoes, olive oil, garlic, oregano, parsley, and basil.
7. Spanish
the Spanish tradition of eating tapas (small plates of food) is very good!
The Spanish eat lots of fresh seafood, vegetables, and olive oil.
8. Mexican
A Mexican diet of beans, soups, and tomato-based sauces can help lower women's risk of breast cancer.
9. South American
A traditional South American diet contains a lot of fresh fruits and vegetables and high-protein grains like quinoa. In fact, a typical South American meal of rice and beans creates a perfect protein.
10. Thai
Can a soup fight cancer? If it's a Thai favorite called Tom Yung Gung, the answer just might be yes.
Shrimp, coriander, lemongrass, ginger, and other herbs and spices used in Thai cooking can help prevent cancer.
1 comment:
I was surprised Greek food is the healthiest food in the world.
I understand people who eat many vegitables, fruits and fish are healthier than people who eat many meats.
The 10 healthiest foods look delicious!
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