The Healthy Eating Plate, created at Harvard School of Public Health, serves as a guide to help us consume healthy, balanced meals. The focus is on portion percentages, portion control, and quality of diet. Portion Percentages: The recommended plate balance is: Fill ½ your plate with fruits & veggies. The more colorful, the better, because different colors indicate different nutrient profiles. Fill ¼ of your plate with whole & intact grains, such as oats, barley, & brown