http://edition.cnn.com/2011/HEALTH/0...tml?&hpt=hp_c2

CNN has reported of a new diet that apparently former U.S. President Bill Clinton is on called the heart attack proof diet. It requires that people eliminate the following from their diet: all meat/poultry/fish/eggs, all oils (including olive oil), all dairy products, and avocados and most nuts. The diet includes eating only the following: vegetables of all colors (including leafy green and steamed starchy vegetables, except avocados), whole grain breads and starches like brown rice and multigrain pasta, all fruit and all beans/legumes.

I am concerned about the lack of protein in this diet. (My restricted diet requires that I have protein at all meals.) I do eat beans and legumes but cannot tolerate a lot of whole grains or fruit. I also do not tolerate soy products well including tofu and soy milk. Hopefully, nutritionists will respond to this diet soon so that it can be determined if it is fully healthy. Am I concerned about a heart attack? Yes, my father died from one at the age of 45. Do I want to be a guinea pig for this diet? No. I find that eating protein, especially lean red meat, really helps relieve my depression. And, I find that healthy fats like olive oil help relax me and give me a feeling of satiation.

Any other comments?