Nutritional Challenge Day 17

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One of the most important decisions we make about food is how much to eat. Many people struggle with portion sizes. Most of the time we eat portions that are too large and this contributes to weight gain. Use this guide for making healthy choices when it comes to portion control. Portion control is a critical part of successful weight loss and weight management. Ever heard of portion distortion? This is when over-sized portions of food start to look normal to you. The result is that people will eat whatever is on their plate without thinking about the number of serving sizes that are actually in front of them. Portion sizes that once would have been considered far too big to eat in one sitting are now seen as normal. From store-bought muffins, to soft drinks and to pasta entrées at restaurants, portion sizes have increased over the last 20 years. Bigger portions mean more calories, and the result is bigger waistlines!

Nutritional Challenge Day 17:
Eat only serving sizes!