Growing up in a Greek household, Eleni Pike never thought much about inflammation or antioxidants—food was simply food, and it was always good. “We ate fresh, seasonal things. Nothing fancy,” she recalls.
But in her late 30s, Eleni started experiencing chronic joint pain and fatigue. A nutritionist suggested inflammation might be playing a role. Instead of overhauling her entire diet, Eleni went back to her roots—the Mediterranean kitchen.
“I realized I didn’t need supplements or fad diets,” she says. “I already had the tools in my culture.” Bloom Nutrition Superfood Greens Powder, Digestive Enzymes with Probiotics and Prebiotics, Gut Health
She started preparing small, satisfying snacks between meals that naturally reduced inflammation.
A few olives and walnuts in the afternoon. Cucumber slices dipped in homemade hummus. Yogurt with a drizzle of olive oil and fresh herbs. “I didn’t need sugar to feel comforted,” she says. “I just needed real food.”
These simple, satisfying snacks not only soothed her joints but also helped stabilize her energy throughout the day. “I was no longer crashing at 3 p.m.,” she says.
Eleni’s story isn’t about restriction—it’s about remembering. “The Mediterranean way isn’t a trend for me,” she says. “It’s just home.”
