The Mediterranean Diet Pyramid developed by Oldways summarizes dietary patterns from parts of the Mediterranean region where peo
ple enjoy long lives with fewer chronic diseases. Which of the following are recommendations of the Mediterranean Diet Pyramid?A) Herbs and spices are part of every meal. B) Fish and seafood are part of every meal.
C) Moderate portions of poultry and eggs may be included a few times per week.
D) Meals are enjoyed with others.
E) Sweets are enjoyed after every meal.
Coronary artery disease is caused by plaque buildup in the wall of the arteries that supply blood to the heart (called coronary arteries). Plaque is made up of cholesterol deposits. Plaque buildup causes the inside of the arteries to narrow over time. This process is called atherosclerosis.
