What best characterizes a macrobiotic diet?

a. It excludes all hot and salty foods.
b. It permits inclusion of many non-organic foods.
c. It represents a way of life rather than just a way of eating.
d. It emphasizes abundant amounts of fish, fruits, nuts, and seeds.
e. It is based on seasonally-available fruits, vegetables, grains, and game meats and fish.


ANS: C

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