Serving sizes

Serving sizes are used to keep the level of calories, carbohydrates, protein, and fat the same within each group.

When calories and carbohydrates are the same for each meal, day to day, then it's easier to keep your blood sugar stable. Below is a list of some serving
sizes.

1 slice bread
1/2 cup cooked cereal
1/2 cup rice or pasta
l/2 cup cooked beans

1 cup milk or yogurt
I1/2 oz cheese
1 cup raw, leafy vegetables
1/2 cup cooked vegetables
3/4 cup vegetable juice

1 medium-size apple, banana, orange, or pear
1/2 cup fruit chopped, cooked, or canned in water
1/2 cup fruit juice
2-3 oz cooked beef, poultry, or fish
1 egg