HeartWire on November 23, 2009, reported the discovery of atherosclerosis (hardening-of-the-arteries) in Egyptian mummies 3000 years old.
So it appears that atherosclerosis in not just a disease of modern civilization, as suggested by some.
Modern Heart Disease Found in Ancient Egyptian Mummies
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Diabetic Mediterranean Diet 
There are many weight control recipes that not only help you lose weight but also taste great too. The trick to eating healthy is to eat smaller portions and use less fat when cooking.
Controlling your weight through food is not hard but it does take some practice and getting used to.