Which statement aligns with the MyPlate guideline for fruits and vegetables?

• A. Half of the plate should be fruits and vegetables
• B. Fruits should dominate the plate
• C. Vegetables should be eliminated
• D. Fruit juice is the primary fruit source

Answer: (A)

Fruits and vegetables on half the plate is the MyPlate guideline because it prioritizes plant-based foods to supply fiber, vitamins, and minerals while helping control calories. This model emphasizes variety and color, and it supports a balanced meal by leaving room for whole grains and lean proteins in the rest of the plate, with dairy or a dairy-replacement on the side.

Choosing this option over the others makes sense because it reflects the goal of making half of what you eat come from fruits and vegetables, rather than letting fruits dominate, eliminating vegetables, or relying on fruit juice as the main fruit source. Whole fruits are favored over juice for fiber and satiety, and vegetables should not be removed from the plate.