Portion size

A portion is the amount of a food that you choose to put on your plate or in your cup. For example, a serving size of broccoli is 1 cup. You may choose to dish out a portion size of more than 1 cup.

The portion size that is best for you depends on how many calories and nutrients you need. You can figure out how many calories your body needs based on your weight and activity. Or you can start by measuring portions and tracking food intake to get an idea of baseline calorie intake.

With portion size in mind, you can rethink your plate to fit your specific calorie needs.

Here are some examples of how portion size can help you build a healthy plate at every meal.