The new Mediterranean Diet Pyramid: Part 1

For decades everyone has been talking about the Mediterranean diet and how great it is. Most people have tried it – some like it, others have adapted to it and most did not really care.

Now there is a new Mediterranean diet pyramid. Just what is this and why the change?

Well the new change is now in the form of a pyramid indicating what forms the majority of our diet. All the plant foods such as vegetables, fruits, nuts, seeds, olive oil and whole grains form the base of the pyramid.

With the growth of the health supplement industry, now herbs have been added to the pyramid. The herbs are primarily added as flavoring agents and may lessen the need for salt or fat to the cooking.

On the narrow part of the pyramid, one can add fish and sea foods. It is recommended that one eat such foods at least twice a week or more because of the presence of omega 3 fatty acids………………..