Chef Michael Smith

 Chef Michael Smith, a prominent Canadian chef and nutritional advocate,

promotes a "real food" philosophy aligned with modern dietary guidelines that emphasize whole foods over processed items. He encourages filling half your plate with fruits and vegetables, choosing whole grains, and selecting healthy proteins, aligning with the "Half Your Plate" initiative and the 2019 Canada Food Guide. 

Key aspects of his approach include:

• "Eat Real Food": A strong focus on avoiding ultra-processed foods, artificial dyes, and chemical additives.
• Half Your Plate: A major initiative urging Canadians to make fruits and vegetables the foundation of every meal Half Your Plate.
• Healthy Fats & Protein: Advocating for natural fats like butter and lard while emphasizing nutrient-dense, locally sourced proteins.
• Cooking from Scratch: Encouraging home cooking to control ingredients and avoid "liquid sugar" (soda) and high-calorie processed items. 

Smith's approach aligns with the 2019 Canada Food Guide, which shifted away from the traditional food group pyramid (or rainbow) to a plate model focusing on proportions: 50% vegetables/fruits, 25% protein, and 25% whole grains.