MUFA-rich legumes

• Most MUFA-rich legumes are in the bean category. There are several to choose from, including lima, kidney, navy and white beans and lentils.
  
  

MUFA proteins

• The avocado is terrific, followed closely by different types of nuts (such as almonds and peanuts), olive oil, seeds and many types of fish. Salmon is an excellent fish choice.
  
  

MUFA recipes

• When trying a MUFA-rich diet, there are many dishes to choose from, including chicken enchiladas, taco soup and turkey chili. An excellent website to consult is http://recipes.sparkpeople.com.
  
  

MUFA fruit choices

• Many fruits also are rich in MUFA, including strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, peaches and bananas.
  
  

MUFA diet health benefits

• The health benefits of a MUFA-rich diet are many. Although weight loss is a desired outcome for many people, other benefits include reduced breast cancer risk, ease of rheumatoid arthritic pain and lower cholesterol levels.