For your larger meals such as lunch and dinner half of your plate should consist of vegetables and/or fruit, the other half of your plate should be split between LEAN protein and WHOLE grains.

Most often our plates or meals are based upon complex (and most of the time) unrefined grains. Instead, think about your vegetables and/or fruits as being the so-called stars of your meals and construct your meal around that. This will ensure that you get plenty of colorful fruits and vegetables in at least two of your meals throughout the day. Incorporate vegetables and fruits in your snacks as well and your body will be getting all the essential vitamins and nutrients it needs.

ChooseMyPlate.gov is a great resource for learning and creating a healthy eating style. I highly recommend visiting this website and researching all it has to offer.