Food Scale?
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slroggemann
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Hi Everyone,
I'm looking into getting a good food scale to weigh portions out since I find it difficult to eyeball, and I was wondering if anyone who has one really finds it all that useful. I don't want to spend the money and then not use it! So, how often do you use it and what do you use it most for if you have one?
I'm looking into getting a good food scale to weigh portions out since I find it difficult to eyeball, and I was wondering if anyone who has one really finds it all that useful. I don't want to spend the money and then not use it! So, how often do you use it and what do you use it most for if you have one?
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I got a cheap one at walmart, it does ounces and grams
I've used it almost daily for a year0 -
Yes, best invention ever for a dieter/calorie counter. I use mine multiple times per day0
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wonderful, thanks guys!0
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I have had an OXO brand 11 pound capacity scale for about a year. I've been real happy with it.
Like you I wasn't sure if I'd use it or if it was necessary etc, but it's an eye opener!
I use it to help learn (and am still learning) portion sizes for just about every thing I eat and it's useful for measuring ingredients especally flour for baking.
-Paige0 -
I have been using one for about 8 years now. At first I had to weigh everything but now that I am very good at eyeballing a lot of things like chicken and veggies I mainly use it for dairy, nut butters, oils, etc.
I do use it every day in some capacity though, and I think it's a dieter's best friend. Its really the only accurate way to get a handle on how many calories you are eating.0 -
Picked up one at WalMart, cheap one, analog...used it for a few weeks then went back to WalMart and picked up the digital...haven't looked back since. Use it almost everyday...one of the best purchases I've ever made.0
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I purchased one from Walmart for about $19, and it's one of the best investments I made. I should have had one years ago!!0
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Oh yes... make sure it's digital!0
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My friend and I both have this, and we LOVE it. We use it everyday and it really helps.
http://www.walmart.com/ip/The-Biggest-Loser-Digital-Food-Scale-6.6-lb.-Capacity/110908960 -
I use one and love it! The oxo we got as a gift was expensive but they can be had for $20ish. Great investment.0
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I have the Starfrit one by Cat Cora I got at Walmart for about 19$ Canadian and I use it ALL THE TIME. No messing with measuring cups and it's more accurate. HIGHLY recommend!!0
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I have this one from Target and it's great! http://www.target.com/p/digital-food-scale/-/A-11011109#prodSlot=medium_1_8&term=food scales
It allows you to weight your plate and then it deducts the weight of the plate or bowl when you add the food.0 -
I use mine daily as well. Go digital, with options for what units it reports back in. Should be able to get one online for $25 if I remember what I paid for mine. I will even bring mine with me when am away from home for a few days.0
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I was glad to see this question/answer here today! I was thinking of purchasing one today but now I know I am going to. Thanks for the great info everyone.
Wendy0 -
My friend and I both have this, and we LOVE it. We use it everyday and it really helps.
http://www.walmart.com/ip/The-Biggest-Loser-Digital-Food-Scale-6.6-lb.-Capacity/11090896
I use the Biggest Loser scale too. Love it!
It's always on my counter because I weigh everything now.0 -
the one I was looking at is this one: http://www.amazon.com/EatSmart-Precision-Digital-Kitchen-Scale/dp/B002CM8U06/ref=cm_cmu_pg__header
I have amazon credit to use from cashing in textbooks (poor broke college student here) so I want to order from them0 -
I got one from Groupon that was originally 40some and got it for like 15. I use it everyday, all day. Mine is digital and does all the measurements including fluid ounces. I love it so much.0
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If you have to ask you know the answer. People who are oversize, oversize portions too. Have a great day!0
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I have a cheap little one that I bought at the grocery store for $10...I use it just about every day0
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currently i measure everything in measuring cups and spoons - kind of a pain. I'm now on amazon looking at various options for scales, really appreciate the feedback everyone!0
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