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Vegetables and beans are both categorized as essential components of a healthy diet, as evidenced by their inclusion in the Mediterranean diet [1], the Healthy Diet Indicator scoring criteria [2], and dietary recommendations for reducing inflammation [3].

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Dietary Guidelines and Quality - Principles of Nutritional Assessment nutritionalassessment.org Arimond M, Deitchler M · nutritionalassessment.org 1 fact
referenceThe Healthy Diet Indicator (HDI) scores dietary intake based on eleven components: fruits and vegetables (≥ 400g), beans and other legumes (> 0g), nuts and seeds (> 0g), whole grains (> 0g), dietary fiber (> 25g), total fat (< 30% total energy), saturated fat (< 10% total energy), dietary sodium (< 2g), free sugars (< 10% total energy), processed meat (0g), and unprocessed red meat (≤ 71g).
What Are The Global Impacts of The Western Diet On Health? rupahealth.com Rupa Health 1 fact
claimThe Mediterranean diet prioritizes whole, unprocessed foods such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, beans, nuts, seeds, fish, and healthy fats like olive oil. This diet provides fiber, healthy fats, and antioxidants, and may support heart health, blood sugar management, and overall wellness.
How to reduce inflammation in the body - MD Anderson Cancer Center mdanderson.org MD Anderson Cancer Center 1 fact
procedureUT MD Anderson dietitians recommend reducing inflammation by eating meals rich in whole grains, vegetables, fruits, beans, nuts, seeds, complex carbohydrates, fiber, lean protein, and n-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids, while limiting saturated fats and refined sugars.