Skip the Super Size

The amount a person eats and drinks is important.  Over time portion sizes have increased, which in turn has resulted in a more overweight population. You may be eating a lot more than you realize. Choosing smaller portions can help you lose weight and keep it off.


Your Daily Food Plan can help you manage your recommended daily intake.

How to downsize your portions:

• Figure out what you are eating and determine what a portion size really is.
• Pay attention to your hunger level. Stop eating when you are satisfied, not stuffed.
• Prepare smaller portions
• Serve portions on the plate and leave the remainder off of the table.
• Package extras immediately in portions and eat at another meal.
• Use smaller plates and bowls
• Don't Super-size or go "large" when you eat out.
• You don't have to "clean your plate", save some for later if you are full.
• Don't eat from a bag or container
• Pre-portion and package snacks

Here is what portions should look like:

 

 

 

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