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Cereals are one of the pillars of the Mediterranean Diet, providing a large amount of carbohydrates and proteins. In addition, it is recommended to consume whole grains because they concentrate a large amount of fiber, numerous B group vitamins and minerals such as iron, selenium, potassium and magnesium.
The fat fraction of avocado is mostly monounsaturated, so its consumption helps to reduce the levels of LDL cholesterol in blood and cardiovascular diseases. However, this unsaturated fat is an important handicap when it comes to its conservation.
In the past, the type of diet gave many clues as to the position of everyone in the hierarchical pyramid of society. As a rule, the diet of individuals belonging to higher strata was based mainly on the consumption of foods of animal origin, especially big game meat. In contrast, the common peoples diet consisted mainly of plant-based foods, such as cereals, pulses, vegetables, and fruit.