TRY OUT PORTION CONTROL

Eating a balanced diet can help you maintain a healthy weight or maybe lose a few pounds, but eating the right amount of those foods is just as important. Here are some tips about portion control, according to bodyandsoul.com:

Portion aside 1⁄3 of your meal or snack into another container. After eating, wait at least 20 minutes and only eat the extra third if you are truly hungry.

In general, your plates should consist of 1⁄2 plate of a low starch vegetable, 1⁄4 plate of lean protein, 1⁄4 plate of complex carbohydrates and one tablespoon of healthy fats.

Instead of eating straight out of the packet, portion out a serving of food on a plate or in a small bowl for snacks.

Eat away from distractions and listen to your body’s hunger cues.

Try serving dinner on smaller plates or take smaller storage containers to work for lunch.

FUN FACT

THANKS TO FARMERS

According to the American Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture, each American farmer produces food and fiber for 165 people annually.

ENERGY DRINKS

NOT GOOD FOR KIDS

Excessive intake of energy drinks could have negative effects on the intellectual development of children, according to a recent study by the John Tung Foundation. Researchers found that the amount of caffeine in energy drinks can affect intellectual development, reduce sleep quality, and cause heart palpitations and anxiety in children and teens.

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