ASK THE EXPERT – As seen in the Surprise Independent, March 25, 2015
Plant-based foods form the foundation of Mediterranean eating, which includes an abundance of vegetables, fruits and whole grains including barley, wheat, oats, polenta, rice, couscous, and pasta. Fruits are often eaten as a dessert in the traditional Mediterranean style. Nuts, beans, legumes and seeds are excellent sources of protein and fiber. The fats provided from nuts and seeds are healthy versions. Lean protein such as fish/shellfish and poultry are consumed about twice a week. Lean red meats are limited to a few times per month or less.
Healthy Mediterranean Eating with Tracy Garrett, a registered dietitian and certified diabetes educator at the Sun Health Center for Health & Wellbeing in Surprise, Ariz.
Information provided in the section is from a multidisciplinary team of Sun Health professionals at the Center for Health and Wellbeing, based in Surprise, Arizona. However, it should not be a substitute for medical advice from your physician. To submit a question for consideration, email [email protected].
