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5. Your Serving Sizes Are Too Large
I am always amazed at how small portions are compared to how I envision them. Consider purchasing an inexpensive scale and weighing your foods. After a short while, you will get better at estimating portion size. Check yourself now and then though, as those portion sizes on your plate may just begin to creep back up. Another good trick is to trade in your large dinner plate for a smaller one.
A one-ounce portion of cheese is one inch square. A serving of meat or fish is the size of a deck of cards. Learn what portion sizes are and stick to the recommended portions. Have a brothy low fat soup or a large salad if you are still hungry.
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