09/04/2026
Want an easy way to support better blood sugar? Start with your plate.
Start with protein. Choose a portion about the size of the palm of your hand.
Easy options:
Chicken or turkey
Fish
Eggs
Greek yogurt or cottage cheese
Tofu or tempeh
Lean beef
Then fill the rest of your plate with color.
Colorful plants give you fiber, vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and naturally occurring carbohydrates and sugars.
Think:
Broccoli
Bell peppers
Spinach, kale, or mixed greens
Tomatoes
Carrots
Cucumber
Brussels sprouts
Eggplant
Zucchini
Purple cabbage
Blueberries
Strawberries
Raspberries
Blackberries
Keep it simple:
1. Pick your protein: Aim for about one palm-sized portion.
2. Add 2–3 colors: The more variety, the better.
3. Add fruit if you want something sweet: Berries are an easy way to add fiber, nutrients, and natural sweetness.
4. Rotate your colors: Different plants provide different nutrients, so variety matters.
Take-home:
Start with protein, add plenty of color, and you’ve already built a meal that better supports blood sugar and metabolic health.