Last night I was teaching the plate method to patients. This is a great tool that gives a visual on appropriate serving sizes and food groups at each meal. Then as I was about to eat dinner, I realized I was practicing what I preach, which is to make half of your plate full of vegetables, one quarter for protein and the other quarter for the starch, then have a piece of fruit on the side and a dairy product. I had my apple a little later for a snack and didn't have the dairy, oops. Anyways do what you can to follow the plate method because getting in all the food groups at each meal is key for optimal nutrition. Watching serving sizes helps with weight control. I had tofu, quinoa, and vegetables for my plate but of course you can have your favorite protein, starch and vegetables.
And one last thing I'd like to share....
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