The balance of good health plate model gives us an idea of the proportion and types of food we need in order to achieve this. It is divided into five main food groups:
Food group | Proportion of | Daily portion allowance |
Carbohydrate foods - bread, other cereals and potatoes | 33 % | 4-5 portions |
Fruit and vegetables | 33% | At least 5 portions |
Dairy products - milk and dairy foods | 15% | 3 portions |
Protein foods- meat, fish and alternatives | 12% | 2-3 portions |
Fats and sugars - foods containing fat and foods and drinks containing sugar. | 7% | 1 portion |
The Balance of Good Health is consistent with the UK Government’s eight tips for healthy eating, published in October 2005, which are:
Base your meals on starchy foods
Eat lots of fish.
Cut down on healthy weight.
Drink plenty of water
Don’t skip breakfast
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