1. Who

This diet was given to Physicians to recommend to their patients who wanted to reverse or prevent heart disease, get to a healthier weight, lower blood sugar, reduce or eliminate certain medications, and many others.

2. What

• Fill Half your plate with non-starchy vegetables
• Fill 25% of your plate with starchy vegetables
• Add a small side salad or Tbs of nuts
• Add 1/2 Cup of Fruit
• Fill the remaining portion of your plate with beans and/or legumes

3. My Recommendation

The remaining portion of your plate is what most people will disagree on. Some will recommend meat, fish, eggs, dairy, etc. My recommendation would be to rotate proteins between lunch and dinner. Try a plant-based protein for lunch and meat/fish protein for dinner and vice versa. Also, it’s best not to eat fruit with a meal and consume as a snack or part of a morning protein smoothie.

> Dietary Guidelines for Good Health (Kaiser Article)

> Podcast on My Mediterranean Diet

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