Destro Nutrition

Struggling to stay full at meal times? Or just want to build a balanced and healthy meal? Start by looking at your plate!

A balanced meal can help keep your energy stable, your hunger in check, and your body nourished and thriving.

What to fill your plate with:

Veggies (½ plate)
Start by adding some colour, this will bump the fibre, help to include a range of vitamins & minerals and are great for gut health.

Vegetable examples: (Fresh, frozen or canned its all good!)
– Leafy greens (spinach, kale, lettuce)
– Cauliflower
– Carrots
– Capsicum

Protein (¼ plate)
Protein is important for helping you stay fuller for longer after your meal and supports your muscles.

Plant-based protein examples:
– Tofu
– Tempeh
– legumes such as chickpeas and lentils

Animal-based protein examples:
– Red meats, such as beef and lamb
– Poultry, such as chicken and turkey
– Fish, including salmon, sardines & tuna (canned options are great as they are a shelf stable and ready to add to any meal or snack)

Whole grains or starches (¼ plate)
Carbohydrates are your body’s preferred fuel. Wholegrains are digested slower than refined carbohydrates, which provides you with more steady energy and helps manage hunger between meals.

Wholegrain or high-fibre carbohydrate examples:
– Brown rice
– Quinoa
– Wholegrain pasta and bread
– Starchy vegetables such as sweet potato, pumpkin and corn!

Healthy fats (small portion)
Healthy fats support brain, heart and hormone health and help absorb nutrients.

Healthy fat examples:
– Extra virgin olive oil
– Avocado
– Nuts
– Seeds


When you aim for this balance most of the time, you naturally support better energy, digestion, and overall wellbeing. It’s not about perfection! It’s about creating meals that nourish you and fit your lifestyle without strict rules and restrictions.