BASIC STARTING MEDITERRANEAN
Increase your intake of fruits and vegetables: Aim for 7 to 10 servings of fruits and vegetables each day. If that seems challenging, start with 3 to 5 servings per day, as even this lower amount has been shown to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease. Look for ways to incorporate more vegetables into your meals, such as adding spinach to your eggs, including avocado and cucumber in your sandwiches, and having vegetable-based salads or side dishes.