Hi Ladies,
Most of the med people are on the Sonoma diet board. The moderator LindaT has lost over 80 lbs following the Mediterranean Diet. I know she's been living the Med lifestyle for 3+ years now (if I'm not mistaken). The Sonoma diet is just guidelines but I don't believe you "have to" follow it word for word as far as eating meat at every meal. I know LindaT doesn't eat meat at every meal.
I would suggest checking it out and giving her a yell if you need any advice. She's the best !!
I like eating the Med way too