Successful Dieting With Moderate Fat (NAPSA)—New research from Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Harvard Medical School has found that a moderate-fat diet (35 percent of calories from fat) may be more effective than a low-fat diet (20 percent of calories from fat) for people who wish to lose weight. The moderate-fat diet is based on the benefits of the traditional Mediterranean diet, where obesity levels are far lower than they are in the United States. In addition to having better weight-loss results, people on a moderate-fat diet are also morelikely to stick with the program, asit allows for better-tasting foods like bright vegetables, fruits and monounsaturated fats such as those found in olives. A flavorful example is California Black Ripe Olives, which make a terrific, healthful anytime snack. Fourlarge olives have just 25 calories, with 2.5 gramsof fat. You can keep a chilled can in the refrigerator for when you want a quick nosh, or dress them up to serve at a party. This tasty recipe is great for entertaining, providing a simple and fast appetizer. All you need is a can opener and a couple of minutes. Tomato Citrus Marinated Olives 4 oz. oil-packed sundried tomatoes, drained This tasty dish can be pre- pared in minutes. Just marinate and serve. 1 clove garlic, minced \% tsp. salt 1 can (6 oz.) California Black Ripe Olives, drained 1% Thsp. balsamic vinegar 1 Tbsp. rosemary, chopped 1 Thsp. thyme, chopped 1 tsp. orange zest \% tsp. red pepperflakes Chop tomatoes and mix with garlic and salt in a large mixing bowl. Add olives, balsamic vinegar, orange zest, rosemary, thyme and red pepperflakes. Marinate for at least 3 hours before serving. Serves6. Nutritional Analysis (per serving): Calories 77, Fat 5.5g, Choles- terol Omg, Sodium 353mg, Carbohydrate 6.2g, Protein 0.8. For more information and recipes, visit www.CalOlive.org.
