Habit: Follow the plate method for at least one meal per day
Week 2 is here! This week, your goal is to follow the Plate Method for at least one meal per day! You will find two documents here: First, a VISUAL of our plate. We recommend printing this and hanging it on the fridge! Second is the food-options guide, we recommend using this to pick the foods you use to build you plate and then create your shopping list!

To build your plate using the plate method, fill half your plate with non-starchy vegetables, a quarter of your plate with lean protein, and a quarter of your plate with a complex carbohydrate like a sweet potato!
Don’t worry, I’ve got five simple tips for you on how to incorporate more vegetables into your daily life:
- Half-and-Half Rule: Divide your plate in half—fill one half with colorful vegetables. This way, you ensure a balanced meal and add extra nutrients to your diet without much effort!
- Veggie Snacks: At the start of the week, cut up a big portion of veggies (like carrots, cucumbers, and bell peppers) into bite-sized pieces. Keep them in the fridge and reach for them whenever you’re craving a snack.
- Smoothies and Juices: Add vegetables like spinach, celery, or cucumber to your smoothies or fresh juices. Not only are they tasty, but it’s also a great way to incorporate more veggies into your diet.
- Side Dish Boosters: Add a portion of vegetables to your favorite dishes. For example, you can use zucchini noodles instead of regular noodles or enjoy broccoli as a side dish.
- Creative Salads: Turn boring salads into real flavor explosions by combining different vegetables, nuts, seeds, and dressings.
Bonus: Click here for a list of 10 more ideas on how to add more vegetables to your meals.
Your coach,
Ally