Pillar # 1: Nutrition
Mediterranean & Whole food, Plant-based diet and lifestyle
Dietary patterns focused on whole, plant-based foods while reducing intake of animal products, especially red and processed meats, are great ways to support optimal health.
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What does a Healthy Eating Plate look like ?
(See infographic below)
Use the "Healthy Eating Plate" illustration below as a guide for your daily meal preparation. As noted above, certain fats and oils may be healthy but very high in calories, so limit them when weight loss is the goal.
Visit the Physicians Committee to learn more about the plant-based nutritional guidelines for adults: https://www.pcrm.org/good-nutrition/nutrition-programs-policies/2020-2025-dietary-guidelines
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