The Modified Mediterranean Diet provides many health benefits. It is based on plant foods.
EXCLUDED: meats, sweets, flour,fat, corn syrup and butter.
INCLUDED:Fresh vegetables, olive oil, legumes, nuts,(walnuts, pecans, almond and hazelnut), seeds, fresh fruits,herbs and spices.
Fresh fish, onion,garlic, tomato are also included.
For frequency, portion size and menu ideas there are many resources. This diet allows the benefits of increased antioxidant intake and reduction of health risks.