Table 3.
Dietary recommendations of Mediterranean diet
| Foodstuff | Amount |
|---|---|
| Daily | |
| Extra-virgin olive oil | At least 2 servings (main meal) |
| Wholegrain-based products | 1–2 servings (main meal) |
| Vegetables | > 2 servings (main meal) |
| Fruits | 1–2 servings (main meal) |
| Nuts | 1–2 servings |
| Low-fat dairies | 2 servings |
| Weekly | |
| Legumes | 2–3 servings |
| Fish | > 2 servings |
| Eggs | 2–4 servings |
| Lean meat (preferring poultry) | 1–2 servings |
| With moderation | |
| Red meat | ≤ 1 serving |
| Processed meat | < 2 servings |
| Sweets | < 2 serving week |
| Red wine | Wine in moderation and respecting social beliefs |