In today's world, overeating has become natural and automatic. People nowadays tend to eat a larger portion of carb- rich and refined foods. Stress, irregular sleep and emotional eating contribute to ...

Plate and portion size turn out to have a lot to do with how much we eat. We all know that restaurant portion sizes, along with the average adult waist circumference, have gradually increased over the ...

Think about it – when did a muffin become as big as your head? The average bagel 20 years ago was 3 inches in diameter, while today it's 6 inches in diameter. 5 ounces, while today it's 8 ounces. The ...

Learn portion control using balanced plate and hand guides, with tips for eating out, limiting alcohol and maintaining ...

Many people assume some personal failing when they find it challenging to stick to a healthy diet. What we often forget, however, is that some of the most easily available, affordable foods are made ...

In a perfect world, people would only eat a half cup of rice, mashed potatoes and ice cream, and restaurants would proudly promote the three-ounce filet with a heaping one-cup serving of seasoned ...

Portion sizes at restaurants have grown larger over the years, and people have gotten used to eating more than they should. Overeating increases the risk of obesity, diabetes, heart disease and other ...