Want a quick and easy way to eat right?  Divide your plate in to 4 equal sections.  In one section put your protein, another section your starch, and in the third and forth sections put fruits and vegetables.  The more non-starchy vegetables the better in those last two sections. Also, your protein and starch servings should be the size of the palm of your hand and about an inch high (just an inch high now – I know some of you are looking at your palm wondering how much steak or mashed potatoes you can stack on your palm).  Looking at your plate this way helps you fill up on vegetables and fruits (high fiber, low calorie), while still having some starch and protein.

This “plate method” is easy to remember, portable and a healthy way to eat.  Not sure about it?  Try it for lunch and/or dinner for a week and see what you think.

Next time – “Where does the chocolate go on my plate?”