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Bookmark or Share- Suggested Servings from Each Food Group | American Heart AssociationHealthy Eating. Eat Smart. Nutrition Basics. Suggested Servings from Each Food Group. Do you ever feel like the serving sizes on food labels, in restaurant portions and what you’re hungry for don’t line up? If you’re looking for a simple way to eat healthy, use this handy serving size chart to get the right balance of nutrition on your plate.
- Portion size | Real Life, Good FoodA portion is the amount of food that you choose to eat for a meal or snack. It can be big or small, you decide. Compare this to a serving, which is a measured amount of food or drink, such as one slice of bread or one cup (eight ounces) of milk. Nutrition labels give you information based on the serving size.
- What Are Portion Sizes & Do They Matter? - EatingWellA portion is simply the amount you choose to eat at one time, such as for a meal or a snack. It's entirely up to you to decide! However, a standard portion size, also known as a serving size, does have a specific measure.
- Healthy Eating Plate - Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public HealthMake most of your meal vegetables and fruits – ½ of your plate. Aim for color and variety, and remember that potatoes don’t count as vegetables on the Healthy Eating Plate because of their negative impact on blood sugar. Go for whole grains – ¼ of your plate.
- Food Portions: Choosing Just Enough for You - NIDDKDo you know how much food is enough for you? Do you understand the difference between a portion and a serving? The information below explains portions and servings, and it provides tips to help you eat just enough for you.
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