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According to the World Health Organizations, Italy is ranked fifth in the world for highest life expectancy. Researchers have attributed this to the Italian cuisine found throughout the country, with much of the food having measurable health benefits to them. A combination of living by the sea, moderate exercise, and eating simple, natural, minimally processed ingredients has been the key to their longevity.

Luckily, anyone can eat the Italian’s Mediterranean-style diet! The talented chefs at The Pizza Haven in Rhinelander, WI, use the freshest ingredients to make homemade Italian food from scratch. Their restaurant caters to families and patrons of all ages with a love for delicious food. Here, the staff explores the health benefits of Italian cuisine and why you should incorporate it into your diet.

3 Italian Cuisine Health Benefits

1. Weight Management

Italian CuisineA diet with Italian cuisine can help speed up your metabolism, which works to burn more fat. Fiber-filled pasta, garlic, dark leafy greens, nuts, lean meats, and fish are all nutrient-rich foods that promote weight loss. Research conducted by the IRCCS Neuromed Institute in Italy discovered a link between pasta and lower obesity rates.

2. Fight Disease

Tomato-based sauces found in homemade pizza and pastas are a staple of Italian cuisine. Tomatoes are rich in lycopene, a powerful antioxidant phytochemical that fights disease by removing cell-metabolized waste called free radicals before it can damage the cell structure. Researched for its cancer-fighting ability, antioxidants including vitamin A, C, E, beta-carotene, selenium, and lutein are all found in ingredients used to make Italian dishes.

3. Heart Health

Olive oil and seafood are also Italian staples. Both contain unsaturated fats and omega-3 fatty acids beneficial to your heart health and blood pressure reduction. Red wine contains antioxidants and resveratrol, which can prevent coronary artery disease, a medical condition that can lead to heart attacks. Drinking red wine in moderation lowers cholesterol and helps improve your quality of life.

Are you hungry yet? Stop by The Pizza Haven for delectable Italian cuisine today! Call (715) 362-5942 to make a reservation or inquire about banquet hall rental for your event. Visit them online for a complete menu list and more information about this local Italian restaurant.

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