A Visual of What 100 Grams of Protein Looks Like on Your Plate

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Learning how to balance your meals can be tough, especially when a lot of the information you're exposed to on social media is often misleading.

A balanced diet should include nutrient-rich foods with calorie-dense options and carbs and fats. You should keep an eye on sodium and sugar consumption to ...