- Foods such as whole grains, vegetables, fermented soy, soups, fruits, nuts, seeds, and small portions of fish are staples of the macrobiotic diet.
- According to PCC Healthnotes, in a macrobiotic diet, "50 to 60% of your diet should be whole grains, 25 to 30% vegetables, 5 to 10% miso and bean soups and 5 to 10% beans and sea vegetables."
- Whole grains like short-grain brown rice, medium-grain brown rice, barley, millet, spelt, whole oats, rye and buckwheat should be eaten most often.
- Vegetables should be included in every meal, especially those that fall into the categories of leafy greens (collard greens, daikon greens, dandelion greens, kale, leeks, mustard greens and watercress), rounds (broccoli, cabbage, sprouts and squash) and roots (carrots, dandelion roots, lotus root, parsnip and radish).
- Beans, such as black soybeans, chickpeas, green or brown lentils and soups and broths that are primarily bean or vegetable based constitute the remainder of the diet.
- Foods and beverages that are acidic, contain caffeine or dairy or are artificially sweetened should be avoided. That being said, the macrobiotic diet may not be right for everyone, and you should always consult your doctor prior to beginning any new dietary regimen.
