NURSING ANM AND GNM

Detailed explanation-1: -Make most of your meal vegetables and fruits – ½ of your plate. Aim for color and variety, and remember that potatoes don’t count as vegetables on the Healthy Eating Plate because of their negative impact on blood sugar. Go for whole grains – ¼ of your plate.

Detailed explanation-2: -It’s no surprise that healthy eating includes fruits and vegetables. In fact, MyPlate recommendations say we should make half of our plate fruits and veggies at each meal. For adults, that is about 2 ½ cups of vegetables and 2 cups of fruit per day.

Detailed explanation-3: -Fill half your plate with fruits and vegetables every time you eat. That includes snacks. Approach meals by thinking about the veggies first, then what grains and protein will go with it. Don’t hide fruit, keep it front and center on the counter or refrigerator.

Detailed explanation-4: -Making It Simple: The Half-Your-Plate Concept So let’s make it easier: fill half your plate with fruits and vegetables at each meal or eating occasion. Making fruits and vegetables the focal point of every meal will help you meet your recommended amount each day-and you won’t have to do all the math!