I wrote a fitness tip post awhile ago...and I have many topics on the back burner from my fitness husband....so I thought I would post one today!
Today is all about PORTION CONTROL!!!
How many of you have went to a restaurant recently and ordered a burger, wrap or sandwich and when it came out...it was the size of your head?!?!
It seems like restaurants are trying to 'one up' each other on how big of portions they give. The problem is not just restaurants, I know quite a few people that do this same thing at home.
Overeating leads to obesity and weight gain. It can also lead to health problems such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol and diabetes.
Controlling your portion sizes is vital to managing your weight.
To prevent over eating...
1. use a smaller plate.
2. keep portion sizes smaller than your palm.
3. eat slower.
4. stop eating when your body tells you it's full
Portion sizes are not the only reason Americans are at the highest obesity rate ever (two-thirds of Americans are overweight or obese), but it definitely is a larger factor.
The next time you cook a meal or go to a restaurant, don't forget that a To-Go box and leftovers are a good choice.
This post is GREAT advice! I'm definitely guilty of eating too much when I go out to eat! I'm definitely keeping the "hand" sizing method in mind! Thanks friend!
ReplyDeleteI LOVE these tips - thanks for sharing :)
ReplyDeleteoops i made pancakes for dinner last night and had sausage. lets just say mine weren't near the recommended serving and i definitely put syrup on mine, lots of it
ReplyDeleteThis are great tips!
ReplyDeleteFor large meals, I sometimes split it in half, but I never knew about the cheese or peanut butter. I definitely snack on more than a thumb size of cheese/crackers or peanut butter!
Lauren
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