Portion Sizes 101
Well here I am on the set of Sacramento and Company. It was a fun segment and reminded me that we all have to be mindful of portion control.
What is an ounce of cheese?
What is the right portion for pasta?
What is the right portion for snacks?
What size burger is really a serving?
I took some pictures that will visually show portions that fit a healthy eating lifestyle. I hope it helps. Remember it’s not THE LAST SUPPER!!
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Portion Sizes
Tuesday, June 27, 2006
1 oz of cheese is 6 cubes the size of dice or shredded to equal a golf ball.
A serving of pretzels is a handful. This is 1 oz.
A serving is a bagel that is 3” in diameter not 4-6”
3 oz meat patty with a bun that is 3” across is a serving. Not the one on the right!!
1/2 cup of pasta is a serving, 1 cup is acceptable, restaurant serving (back) is 2 to 3 cups!!
1 oz potato chips (size of your palm); 1/2 cup beans; 1/2 cup coleslaw; 1 oz pretzels is a serving.
3 oz meat patty with a bun that is 3” across is a serving. Not the one on the right!!
