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A balanced plate
Age 16 · Daily Life
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A balanced diet means eating a variety of foods in the right proportions: lots of fruit and vegetables, enough grain foods and protein foods, and only a little sugar, fat and salt. Over time, these choices help prevent diseases such as obesity, type 2 diabetes and heart disease.
In the picture
- Fruit and vegetables: the biggest part of the plate, full of fibre, vitamins and minerals
- Grain foods: bread, rice and pasta, which give lasting energy, best eaten wholegrain
- Protein foods: fish, eggs and pulses, which build and repair the body
- Sugar and salt: small amounts only, because too much harms the heart and blood vessels
Examples
- Swapping a can of soda for a glass of water and a piece of fruit at snack time
- Filling half of a lunch plate with salad and vegetables before adding pasta and chicken
Key takeaways
- The WHO recommends at least 400 g of fruit and vegetables a day, about five portions
- Adults should eat less than 5 g of salt a day, about one teaspoon
Quiz: A balanced plate (Age 16)
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How much fruit and vegetables does the WHO recommend eating each day?
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What is the maximum amount of salt an adult should eat per day?
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Which food group should make up the largest share of a balanced diet?
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