Advertisers spend a lot of money increasing portion sizes each year to make more money. We have been played! It's all about bling,bling and ching,ching!
No wonder we are Supersized.
We don't like to waste our money, so we eat all the food they give us. We have to get a grip! Cleaning your plate is not always the best thing to do.
If you are eating out. Cut your portions in half. Restaurants make meals to feed a large man.
It's as easy as 1-2-3!
- Divide your plate before you start to eat.
- Ask for a container or put it to the side.
- Eat slowly and enjoy each bite.
Practice Portion Control at Home (practice with measuring cup at first)
1 serving=
- 1 cup of milk
- 1/2 of 100% Fruit Juice
- 3 oz. (palm of your hand) chicken, turkey, fish or beef
- 1/2 cup of cereal, cooked beans, peas and corn
- 1/3 cup of cooked pasta or rice
- 1 slice of bread
- 1 slice of cheese
- 1 tbs. of peanut butter
- 1 egg
Eat as many cooked or raw vegetables as you like
The Top Ten list for managing the fast food menu
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Don't order from the numbered menus.
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Don't spend over $5.00 for a meal. Save your money for CD's!
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Order grilled rather than fried.
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Ask for sauces and dressings ON THE SIDE!
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Hold the mayo and cheese.
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Don’t SUPERSIZE!
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Order diet beverages or water
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Order from the single item menu.
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Add a side salad or ask for extra tomatoes on your sandwich.
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Try some new side dishes. Together they can make a meal!
Did you Know?
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According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), over the past 20 years, the proportion of children ages 6 to 11 who are overweight has more than doubled, and the rate for adolescents has tripled!
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Your stomach is the size of your fist. It takes 20 minutes for your stomach to signal your brain that you are full. Eat slowly and learn to listen to your body.