What a good statement this one is! According to the 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, you should fill up half of your plate (at each meal) with vegetables and fruits.

This is an easy go-to guideline to practice at home. I have been telling clients this for years! I am not a fan of calorie counting on a continuous basis but if you practice this at each meal…your calories will work themselves out on their own.

A picture of your plate:
1/2 vegetables and fruit
1/4 lean protein
1/4 whole grain

Some examples:
Breakfast: 1 piece of fruit, small portion (1-2) of eggs, 1 piece of whole wheat toast or 1 tortilla
Lunch: Sandwich with vegetables. Side salad or fresh veggies instead of chips.
Some personal favorites: carrots, cherry tomatoes, avocado, or simple salad
Dinner: Chicken breast, small portion of rice or pasta, cooked vegetable and a salad.