According to LaBioguía, with a 25% protein, the same amount of carbohydrates and the remaining 50% of vegetables, you get the perfect and healthy dish for every day. Besides, by mixing colors, flavors, seasonings and accompanying with water or sugar-free drinksthe equation is very simple and effective to achieve balanced and harmonious nutrition.
DIVIDE THE PLATE INTO THREE
To easily create the right dish, delicious and healthy, but also attractive to the diner’s eye, Canicoba recommends:
– One part must be composed of proteins, in a portion that should not exceed the size of the hand.
– Then, the largest surface area of the plate should be made up of vegetables. The ideal is to add as much variety as possible, according to the season of the year, take advantage of the offers, with the aim of providing different flavors, textures and colors to the food.
– To complete the dish, you should add some type of carbohydrate such as rice, pasta, legumes or potatoes, as an excellent accompaniment. This element, unlike the previous one, must be added in small portions (the remaining 25%).
This technique of dividing the dish into three parts is easy and allows it to vary according to each person’s taste. It is only necessary to follow the rules when putting together the menu, adding each element according to the taste of each person or family group.
COMPLEMENTARY HABITS
In addition to observing the recommendations when assembling the plate and dividing it into three parts, Canicoba points out some habits that should be assumed to achieve a healthier diet:
– It is essential to drink 8 glasses of water throughout the day.
– When it comes to dessert, choosing a fruit is the best option.
– Avoid consuming salt and instead prefer spices for seasoning.