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The traditional diet of people living the Mediterranean region is the mainstay of the this diet program. The diet is mainly consisting of complex carbohydrates like ones from grains,, fruit, pasta and vegetables along with eggs, olive oil, poultry, wine, little red meat and small portions of fish.

Finally, a diet which maintains good heath.

Southern region of Mediterranean has a much lower incidence of a variety of problems ranging from heart disease to obesity problems. The death rates due to disease are also significantly lower than a lot of the western countries.

This diet works as many believe due to the oil used, olive oil is unsaturated fat and is a primary source of oil in their food.

The diet may also work due to the combination of foods that contribute to the overall food health of the person.

• Fruit and Vegetables
  A high intake of fruit and vegetables has been shown to increase many cancer-protecting phyto-nutrients into the body.
• Oily Fish
  High in Omega-3 fatty acids.
• Wine
  1-2 glasses per day with meals (typically red wine).
• Olive Oil
  Source of antioxidants, Vitamin E, and displaces saturated fats in the diet.
• Low amounts of dairy
  (and the traditional diet sources dairy from a number of animals; goats, sheep, cows, camel, etc).

Sample Meal Plan

Day 1

Breakfast
Olive-oil toast and yogurt with blueberries and almonds.

Lunch
Fiery meatballs spaghetti, honey-Dijon zucchini and cantaloupe.

Snack
Mozzarella and tomato salad with toast.

Dinner
Tuna steak with salsa, brown rice, asparagus salad and berries

Day 2

Breakfast — Peppers and eggs with vegetarian bacon, Triscuits and berries.

Lunch Teriyaki salmon with baked sweet potato, balsamic green beans and fruit.

Snack
Swiss cheese and tomatoes on toast with strawberries.

Dinner
Peppered tenderloin with Puttanesca sauce served over rice and herb tomatoes.

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