The Mediterranean Diet Contains Significantly More Calories from Fat Than

Multiple Choice

The Mediterranean diet contains significantly more calories from fat than the American Heart Association recommends; however, the Mediterranean diet is associated with decreased risk of heart disease, stroke, several forms of cancer, and possibly Alzheimer's disease. Which of the following are characteristics of the Mediterranean diet? Select all that apply.

A) High red meat intake
B) High fruit and vegetable intake
C) Moderate alcohol intake
D) High intake of refined grains
E) High fatty fish intake