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A Healthy Meal Tastes Great
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The Plate Method is a simple way to plan meals for you and your family. Youdon’t have to count anything or read long lists of foods. All you need is a 9-inch plate.
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1/4 protein. 1/4 starch. 1/2 vegetable.
9-inch plate
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Let’s Plan Your Meal
Breakfast Lunch/Dinner
Peas Oatmeal 1% Milk Bread Corn Broccoli
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Low-fatYogurt Potatoes
Cold Cereal
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Orange
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Carrots
Low-fat or natural peanut butterCottage Cheese Apple
Chicken Fish Green Beans
Note: Only use 1/2 of your plate — 1/4 protein and 1/4 starch
Adapted with permission fromLearning About Diabetes Inc., Bedminster, NJ.
Low-fat proteins are better for your heart and waistline.
Add a small piece of fruit orleave empty.
Brown Rice
Bake, broil, boil or steam your protein instead of frying.
Veg et abl es
Whole grain has more fiber and morenutrients.
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Yams
Some vegetables are higher in starch (corn, peas, yams) and belong on this part of the plate.
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Fill half your plate with more than one vegetable, so you won’t get tired of your favorites.
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