Traditional Diets Flashcards
(12 cards)
What are traditional diets generally based on?
Fresh, unprocessed, seasonal, and locally-sourced foods rooted in culture or geography.
What are the health benefits of traditional diets?
Lower incidence of cancer, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease.
What nutrients are traditional foods typically rich in?
Fibre, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
What foods are avoided in traditional diets?
Highly processed foods stripped of nutrients.
What are key foods in the traditional Arabic diet?
Whole grains, vegetables, fruits, chickpeas, parsley, goat’s milk, teas; moderate meat, fish, seafood; no alcohol.
What are staples of the traditional African diet?
Vegetables, fruits, leafy greens, yams, sweet potatoes, beans, rice, whole grains; moderate fish, meat, eggs.
What are common foods in the traditional Asian diet?
Vegetables, fruits, legumes, nuts, herbs, teas, rice, noodles; moderate fish, meat, poultry, eggs.
What characterizes the Mediterranean diet?
High in plant foods and olive oil, low in red meat, moderate fish/poultry and wine with meals.
What health benefits are associated with the Mediterranean diet?
Lower rates of heart disease, cancer, diabetes, and slightly higher longevity.
What does the Mediterranean diet pyramid recommend for meats and sweets?
Consume sparingly, about once a week; avoid processed options.
How often should seafood be eaten in the Mediterranean diet?
2–3 times per week, preferably wild-caught.
How often should legumes, nuts, and seeds be consumed in the Mediterranean diet?
At least twice per week.
