The RDN plans to talk about the Mediterranean diet with Mr. Garcia and his wife
What are the basic principles of the Mediterranean diet? What does the literature say in regards to the relationship between Mediterranean dietary principles and future heart health?
• high consumption of vegetables, fruits, legumes, nuts, and olive oil
• moderate consumption of fish and alcohol
• low consumption of red and processed meats and whole-fat dairy products
• Associated with lowered overall CVD-related mortality
• Research results suggest a prevention of premature death from CVD
• Higher content of fiber is associated with reductions in lipid levels and chronic inflammation, in addition to its ability to aid with weight control, blood glucose, and blood pressure levels.
• Long-chain ?-3 fatty acids from fish and MUFAs from olive oil provide cardiovascular protection by promoting endothelial function and reducing inflammation and thrombosis and increasing HDL, respectively.
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