Portion Control

7/31/2024

Portion Control

We hear a lot about portion control but what does that actually entail and how to succeed at controlling portions.

Portion control is the practice of managing the amount of food you eat in one sitting to help regulate your caloric intake and support weight management goals.

Here are some key points about portion control and the pitfall to avoid.

Understanding Portions vs. Servings:

A portion is the amount of food you choose to eat, while a serving is a specific, measured amount of food, often found on nutrition labels. For example, a portion of pasta might be two cups, but a serving size might be one cup.