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To assemble a "proper piece" or portion for a healthy meal, the most widely recommended method is the . This visual guide simplifies nutrition by dividing a standard 9-inch plate into specific sections for different food groups. The Healthy Plate Blueprint

: 1 cup or one medium fruit is about the size of your fist . Nuts or snacks : 1–2 ounces is roughly one cupped hand . Cheese : 1 ounce is about the size of your thumb . Additional Healthy Eating Tips Food Portions: Choosing Just Enough for You - NIDDK healthy food

If you don't have a 9-inch plate handy, the CDC suggests using your hand as a quick reference guide: To assemble a "proper piece" or portion for