The Lean Meats Mediterranean Diet Study

All subjects will complete an 18-wk randomized crossover study. Following a 2-wk baseline
testing period to assess cardiometabolic and emotional well-being and habitual diet, subjects
will consume a Mediterranean-style, weight-maintenance diet that is either restricted or rich
in lean, minimally processed red meat for 5 weeks. Following a 4-wk washout period and second
2-wk baseline testing, subjects will consume the Mediterranean Diet with the alternate
predominant animal protein sources for 5 weeks. Cardiometabolic and emotional well-being will
be assessed during baseline and post periods.

Inclusion Criteria:

- Male or female 30-69 years old

- BMI 25-37 kg/m2

- Total cholesterol <240 mg/dL

- Low-density lipoprotein <160 mg/dL

- Triglycerides <400 mg/dL

- Fasting glucose <110 mg/dL

- Systolic blood pressure <160 mmHg

- Diastolic blood pressure <100 mmHg

- Body weight <300 lb

- Weight stable for 3 months prior (±10 lb)

- Stable physical activity regimen 3 months prior ≤3 h/wk of moderate or high intensity
exercise resistance or aerobic training

- Medication use stable for 6 months prior.

Exclusion Criteria:

- Diabetic

- Smoker