We love carbs as much as the next person and a juicy steak is hard to beat. But research shows that eating a rainbow of fruits and veggies provides countless benefits, including protection against cancer, heart disease, and the effects of aging! SO we strive to load up on fruits and veggies as a principle of a great diet!
Ultimately, the FDA recommends a total of nine to thirteen servings of fruits and vegetables daily. That really is not as difficult as it seems since a serving size is only a ½ cup for most fruits and veggies. However, if that still seems daunting, rather than fixate on a specific amount, make sure to have just one vegetable or fruit with each meal. Whether that means adding a banana to your morning cereal or putting tomato and lettuce on your lunchtime turkey sandwich, it's an easy way to get your veggies in without keeping a tally sheet.
At dinner we practice the 50 percent rule: we aim to have half of our plate covered in veggies. Not only will this help you get your nutrition fix in, but you'll also likely shed some weight. Each bite of vegetable has 3 to 4 times fewer calories than any other bite of food on your plate. In addition the fiber in the veggies will fill you up FAST.
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