Mediterranean Diet
There are no strict rules for a Mediterranean Diet however it typically encourages fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, nuts, seeds, and heart-healthy fats. Processed foods, added sugar, and refined grains should be restricted.
Benefits:
- promotes heart health
- Supporting a body weight that’s healthy for you
- supports healthy blood sugar levels, blood pressure and cholesterol
- Lowering your risk of metabolic syndrome
- Supporting a healthy balance of gut microbiota in your digestive system
- protects brain function
- Eat: vegetables, fruits, nuts, seeds, legumes, potatoes, whole grains, herbs, spices, fish, seafood, and extra virgin olive oil
- Eat in moderation: poultry, eggs, cheese, and yogurt
- Eat rarely: red meat, sugar-sweetened beverages, added sugars, processed meat, refined grains, refined oils, and other highly processed foods
