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The Greek Monk Who Brought Holy Mount Athos Cuisine to the World

Father Epiphanios of Mylopotamos was the Greek monk who first brought Holy Mount Athos cuisine to the world. The author of the book "The Cuisine of Holy Mount Athos" made monastic cooking, based mostly on fish and legumes, an important...

Higher Life Expectancy Associated With Greek Monastic Diet

The diet followed by Greek monks is associated with longevity, balanced mental health and reduced cardiovascular problems, as noted by the Mount Athos monk Epifanios Mylopotaminos in his speech at the Health Feast yesterday. The event was organized by the...