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The recommended dietary prescription for the Mediterranean Diet includes 40-50% carbohydrates, 15-25% proteins, and 25-35% fats.
Use these macronutrient guidelines when advising patients on the Mediterranean Diet for T2DM management.
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the following recommended dietary prescription: 40-50% carbohydrates; 15-25% proteins; 25-35% fats (<7% saturated, 10% polyunsaturated, and 10% monounsaturated); at least 14 g of fiber for every 1000 kcal consumed; and <2300 mg sodium.
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Based on the review of 202 articles including randomized clinical trials and systematic reviews.
Source
Nutritional Strategies for the Management of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: A Narrative Review
Tatiana Palotta Minari et al. · Nutrients · 2023
DOI 10.3390/nu15245096
review · n=202Cited 55×
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