Build a Well-balanced Meal

Posted on Friday, February 24th, 2023

A well-balanced meal consists of all the food groups including; grains, fruit, vegetables, fat, and protein. Eating a well-balanced meal leads to improved energy levels, ability to focus, improved bowel function, gain and maintain muscle mass, and many more benefits.

Health Canada’s plate guide is a visual aid to exemplify what a well-balanced meal looks like.

  • Make half your plate fruits and vegetables
  • A quarter of your plate Protein
  • A quarter of your plate Grains

When it comes to supporting your health with nutrition it is important to keep everything in moderation and remember that no one food group is better or worse than the other ones. Portions at a meal are dependent on several factors including; physical activity, stress, age, height, body type, and more. It is important to remember that everyone’s portion size needed at a meal will vary.

For more information on the separate food groups and the importance of each one please click

Some examples of food and the food group they belong to can be found in our previous posts.

**Disclaimer: blog posts are not meant to replace medical advice. If you have a personal medical condition please consult with the appropriate provider**


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