Did you know that 30% of adults report they would have been satisfed with a smaller portion of food... yet 69% of adults finish what's on their plate.
Due to restaurant chains supersize, biggie and upsizing portions, many of us are unaware that we are eating more of what we shouldn't. More often than not, we eat more when served more, whether we are hungry or not.
Here are a few tips to help you eat sufficiently.
1. Take sips of water between bites.
2. Only dish out the amount you would like to eat.
3. Avoid snacking in front of the T.V. or computer.
4. Take breaths between bites, and chew your food completely before swallowing.
5. It's sooo much easier to avoid the bad snacks and foods when they're not on hand...don't bring them home. Out of sight, out of mind.
6. Make an effort to make your meals last at least 20 minutes.
7. Don't skip meals.
8. Allow yourself to get hungry. Be able to identify real hunger vs. eating out of boredom.
9. Eat larger meals earlier in the day, and smaller meals in the evening.
Did you know...
- The standard dinner plate used in most restaurants has increased from 10 to 12 inches.
- 20 years ago, a muffin had 200 calories and 1.5 oz. Today the average muffin has about 500 calories and is over 5 oz!
- 20 years ago, a bagel had a 3 inch diameter and was 140 calories. Today the average bagel is 6 inches in diameter and 350 calories.
(Above information courtesy of Alive magazine)
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