The Science Behind What You Eat
Food science explained in three steps: the quick answer, the science, and what it means for you.
The Quick Answer
The Science
What It Means for You
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Simple Nutrition Model
Use one visual plate model for most weekday meals.
1/2 Plate Produce
Non-starchy vegetables and fruit.
1/4 Protein
Fish, poultry, beans, tofu, eggs, yogurt.
1/4 Fiber Carbs
Whole grains, potatoes, legumes.
Behavior Micro-Guides
Small rules for common failure points.
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