Publisher's Synopsis
A Mediterranean diet is like a healthy eating diet and eating foods that are locally grown. It focuses on eating fruits, vegetables, legumes, whole grains, olive oils, nuts, and eggs. It is rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and beans. Its basic form is a whole foods-based diet; it leaves room for events to indulge once in a while or even regularly. It is generally low in animal fats and animal proteins. Also, a Mediterranean diet emphasizes drinking red wine with meals and in moderate amounts. In the Mediterranean diet, healthy fats, such as olive oil, are encouraged.
