What Healthy Portions Look Like Archives

July 9, 2018

What a Vegetarian-Friendly 1,800-Calorie Day Looks Like

by Danielle Omar

- July 9, 2018

Vegetarians enjoy a diet full of whole foods and fiber in the best-case scenario. But when you’re a vegetarian, it can be a challenge to create balanced meals that are satisfying and delicious. One...

June 18, 2018

What 1,500 Calories Looks Like (Summer Edition)

by Danielle Omar

- June 18, 2018

While eating 1,500 calories per day can help you reach your summer weight goals, filling up on hot dogs and lemonade means you’re likely to hit your calorie limit before you get full. The key to...

January 22, 2018

What a Breakfast With 30 Grams of Protein Looks Like

by Danielle Omar

- January 22, 2018

Mornings can be hectic and grabbing a bagel or granola bar for breakfast can be an all-too-common occurrence. But eating high-carb, low-protein foods can result in a blood sugar spike followed by a...

September 29, 2017

A Side-by-Side Comparison of a Serving of Fat

by Elle Penner, MPH, RD

- September 29, 2017

Dietary fat is an important part of your diet and is essential for supporting cell growth and protecting your body organs. It’s also key in helping you absorb fat-soluble nutrients like vitamins A,...

June 5, 2017

What 2,000 Calories Looks Like [Infographic]

by Elle Penner, MPH, RD

- June 5, 2017

If you’ve ever inspected the back of a Nutrition Facts label, you’ve probably noticed the phrase “Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.” The FDA settled on this number after...