Making sure you choose healthy foods and use proper portions is the key to managing your Diabetes, cholesterol, high blood pressure, and your diet. According to the American Diabetes Association, a good way to plan your meals is to divide your plate into 3 sections.
Use an imaginary line and cut your plate in half. Divide one of the halves into two to create the three different zones.
For breakfast:
- The large section is for fruit, fresh if possible.
- Whole grain cereals or whole grain toast go into one of the smaller sections.
- Eggs, Greek yogurt, or lean breakfast meats go into the other small section.
For lunch and dinner:
- The large section is for non-starchy vegetables like carrots, spinach, broccoli, and green beans.
- Starchy foods such as whole-grain bread, rice, or potatoes go into one of the smaller sections.
- Lean meat or meat substitutes go into the other small section.
Keeping portions in mind when managing your diet can have a significant effect on your health.
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