I think we often are not sure about portions when it comes to preparing and eating our meals. I wanted to share with you this Guide to Portion Sizes.
Full Outstretched Hand = 2 cups of cooked pasta
Palm = 3 ounces of meat
A Fist = 1 cup of pasta or cereal, 1 cup of green salad, 1 medium sized fruit or one cup cut- up fruit
One Cupped Hand = 1 ounce nuts or small candies
Two Cupped Hands = 1 ounce chips or pretzels
One Thumb = 1 ounce of cheese OR 1 Tablespoon peanut butter
Thumb Tip = 1 teaspoon of oil, margarine or butter
Two Thumbs = 2 ounces or 2 tablespoons
I hope this helps when you don't have a scale handy as an alternative to measuring your portions.
Disclaimer: I am not a health care professional and I am not providing medical advise. Always consult with a medical professional before you change your diet or implement a weight loss strategy.
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Melissa is a soccer mom who has been married to her best friend for 21 years. She loves sharing recipes, travel reviews and tips that focus on helping busy families make memories.
Patricialynn
Great guide!