Extension Rural Health & Nutrition

Understanding Starchy and Non-Starchy Vegetables for Diabetes Management

A meal using the Diabetes Plate Method: 1/2 of the plate non-starchy vegetables, 1/4 of the plate lean protein, and 1/4 of the plate carbohydrates and starches.

From the time an individual is in preschool through the elder years, “Eat your vegetables!” is a very common recommendation from health professionals and public health organizations. However, despite ongoing dietary guidelines recommending adults consume at least 2.5-3 servings of vegetables daily, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in 2021, 20.3% […]