A healthy plate may seem confusing to build. How much of your plate should be fat or vegetables? How many carbs or proteins should be included? We understand the difficulties and have developed an easy-to-use method to help you build a healthy plate for every meal. Instead of using exact measurements, we recommend using your hand and fingers as general measuring guides to help you build a healthy plate. Nutrient needs differ by size, sex, age, activity levels, and other metabolic needs. Using the hand method for measuring matches up well with size and sex of the individual and will be perfect portions for most people.
The foods we eat are only one component of a healthy diet. The healthiest people on the planet live in distinct areas around the world called the Blue Zones. These people follow many healthy eating practices that not only focus on what they eat, but how they eat. Healthy eating tips from these regions include:
- Breakfast is the most important meal of the day
- Extended generations help with food preparation
- Families eat together and socialize
- Food is eaten slowly and chewed thoroughly
- Food is sourced locally
- Food is eaten seasonally or preserved
- Kitchens are sensibly designed for food preparation
- Evening meals are the smallest of the day and often enjoyed with friends and family
- “Rest and digest” after meals is prioritized (no one eats on the run!)
To make your own meal plan that includes all food groups in the specific quantities that your body requires speak to our Functional Medicine Pharmacist Lianne Snyder today, you can reach Lianne at:
Call: 727-216-6374 | Fax 727-400-3247 | lianne@baylifepharmacy.com
4000 Park Street North, St. Petersburg, Florida 33709
