As we mentioned previously, the Mediterranean diet is not so much a “diet” as it is a lifestyle. The wide variety of foods you can eat means you never need to feel deprived or limited by your options.
The following foods can be eaten daily:
Eat fish and seafood often, at least twice a week. Options include salmon, sardines, trout, tuna, mackerel, shrimp, oysters, clams, crab, and mussels.
Poultry, eggs, cheese, and yogurt can be eaten moderately – perhaps once or twice per week.
Water, tea, and coffee are your best beverage options; a glass of red wine with dinner is fine.
Stay away from:
You’ll find that the number of foods that are allowed more than make up for the ones you should avoid. Remember also that following the Mediterranean diet doesn’t mean you are limited to European flavors. The same foods are used in other ethic cuisines like Latin, Caribbean, Indian, or African…just to name a few. Don’t hesitate to experiment with different herbs and spices, as well as the endless varieties of fruits and vegetables.
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