Healthy Plate & Healthy Bowl

What is a balanced plate?

Different countries have different healthy plates:
Each country tries to come up with their own way to demonstrate what a healthy plate is. A lot of research actually goes into the best way to showcase and promote healthy eating.

America (USDA):
Choose My Plate campaign
A balanced plate consists of half being fruits and vegetables, a quarter of it being grains and a quarter it being protein. In addition, a cup of dairy 1-2 times a day would be ideal.

Harvard School of Public Health elaborates on the healthy plate.

Canada:
Rainbow campaign
All the food groups are split into different colours which makes it easy for the public to understand. As we know, the more colourful your plate is, the more variety you get.

http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/fn-an/food-guide-aliment/index-eng.php

Japan:
Japan has a spinning top campaign where they also emphasize on the importance of physical activity. The tip of the spinning top is what you should have the least and the widest sector is what you should have the most.

http://www.dietitian.or.jp/english/news/dietary.html

Hong Kong:
Similar to the UK system, HK displays healthy eating using a pyramid. The bottom shows what you should be eating the most. The top of the pyramid shows what you should have the least, namely fat and refined carbohydrate like candies and sodas.

My version of the healthy plate and healthy bowl:

 Healthy Plate

Healthy Bowl

Whether you decide to follow the North American depiction of healthy plate or Asia, the government tries to cater towards the public's need and guide the public to better understand healthy eating throughout the day. The bottom line is whatever you are having, moderation is the key. Pay attention to your portion sizes and make sure you get a balanced plate of carbohydrate, protein and fat in your diet. Enjoy your next meal!