Maya emphasizes the importance of filling your plate with non-starchy vegetables and incorporating legumes for their blood sugar-regulating benefits. She shares her favorites, including black beluga lentils and the nutrient-dense ancient grains like quinoa and teff. The conversation turns to healthy fats, highlighting the deliciousness of nuts and avocados, along with the unique use of pumpkin seed oil as a finishing touch for salads and even desserts.
