You may have seen one of these versions in dieting articles.
The “Swedish Plate” as it is called in Finland, France, and Canada – is being called the “New American Plate” in the U.S.
Fill 2/3 of your plate with plant foods (vegetables, fruits, nuts, grains…), and 1/3 with meat, fish, or poultry.
The “Idaho Plate” takes it one step further and is actually recommended for people with diabetes.
Fill ½ of your plate with non-starchy vegetables. Fill ¼ with a starchy vegetable (like potato or beans) or grain (like rice). Fill (not stacked) ¼ with meat, fish, or poultry.
Either way, you’ll know you’re eating healthy without having to count a thing.
Off the plate, have a salad, one serving of dairy, and 1 serving of fruit. In Europe, fruit and cheese is dessert.
Seems like a lot of food, doesn’t it?
You won’t be heading to the fridge in an hour! You and your body will be totally satisfied.
