Food items to have in the south beach diet
1. Extra virgin olive oil
This type of oil is the healthiest and purest type of olive oil since it is not processed at all. it has a ton of benefits if you use it as the main fat in your diet, it is high in monounsaturated fatty acids mostly in the form of oleic acid that helps you keep good cardiovascular health, it is also a great source of antioxidants with oleocanthal being one of the best anti inflammatory compounds in olive oil that are known to protect you from some types of cancer and improve your memory, cognition, and learning abilities it is also full of vitamins like vitamin E and K that play a key role in blood and vessels health, it is easy to use in cooking and adds depth and flavor to all types of food.
