Greek Moussaka is one of the most beloved dishes of Mediterranean cuisine — a rich layered casserole blending Greek, Ottoman, Balkan, and French culinary influences. In this keto adaptation, Chef Janine transforms the classic into a low-carb delicacy using eggplant, seasoned meat, olive oil, cheeses, herbs, and a creamy keto béchamel. The result is a comforting, deeply satisfying dish designed to support ketogenic living without sacrificing authentic flavor.

The 1992 USDA Food Pyramid promoted a carbohydrate-dominant diet that shaped U.S. nutrition policy, school meal programs, food manufacturing, and eating habits for decades. This article examines its origins, Ancel Keys' influence, its impact on America's food system, and why critics link it to rising obesity, type 2 diabetes, and metabolic disease before its retirement in Spring 2026.

Karnıyarık, a beloved Ottoman Turkish dish, features tender eggplants filled with aromatic grass-fed beef, onions, garlic, tomatoes, and herbs, then gently cooked and baked to perfection. Rich in history and nutrition, this summer classic showcases the best of Mediterranean flavors. Eggplants offer antioxidants, fiber, and metabolic benefits, making this dish both wholesome and satisfying.

Try this no-nonsense keto combo featuring Mediterranean Grilled Chicken blending tradition with wellness. Breast paired with a soft, low-carb pita bread. The Mediterranean diet, rooted in the ancient regions of Greece, Turkey, Lebanon, and North Africa, is famed for its heart-healthy ingredients like olive oil, herbs, and lean proteins. Chef Janine reimagines this timeless cuisine with a keto twist — delivering bold flavor and only 6 net carbs per serving.

In 2023, Americans from 47 out of 50 states searched for terms related to the ketogenic diet more than any other diet. FitnessVolt ...