You don't need complicated rules to eat well. Building a balanced plate is an easy, visual way to make sure each meal gives your body what it needs.
The balanced plate idea
- Half your plate with colorful vegetables such as broccoli, greens or roasted sweet potato.
- A quarter with lean protein like chicken, fish, eggs, beans or tofu.
- A quarter with whole grains such as brown rice, quinoa or wholegrain bread.
Add a small amount of healthy fat, such as olive oil, nuts or avocado, to help you feel satisfied.
Make it work for you
Use the same idea for breakfast, lunch and dinner, and adjust portions to your appetite and activity level. Water is the best drink to go with your meal.
Keep it flexible
Balanced eating is about patterns over time, not perfection at every meal. Enjoy your favorite foods as part of the overall balance.
This article is for general education only. Please seek personal advice for specific dietary or medical needs.