Portion Control
The American waistline has expanded over the years in part because of the expanding portion sizes on American plates. Think about it: 20 years ago, the average size of a muffin was 1.5 ounces. Today, the typical size of a muffin is 4 ounces. With this increase in size also comes an increase in calories. On average, Americans are taking in an extra 425 calories today in comparison to the 1970’s. (1) These two facts, paired with the sad reality that the quality of our food is no longer optimal, have contributed to the overweight and obesity epidemic in America.
Here at IEM, our nutritionists will not only teach you the portion sizes that are right for you, they will teach you strategies that will help you estimate your portion sizes so when you go out to eat or attend an event, you can stay on track with your meal plan.
Here at IEM, our nutritionists will not only teach you the portion sizes that are right for you, they will teach you strategies that will help you estimate your portion sizes so when you go out to eat or attend an event, you can stay on track with your meal plan.
Meal Frequency
It’s a common urban legend that if you simply eat less, you will lose weight. As a result, many people replace a healthy breakfast with a cup of Java, grab a “health” bar for an afternoon snack, and indulge on a large dinner. The truth is, this type of eating pattern is what’s contributing to the overweight/obesity epidemic. What if we told you that in fact, to be successful at weight loss, you need to eat frequent, small meals throughout the day? You may be asking yourself, “But how can eating more help me lose weight? It doesn’t make sense!” Let one of our IEM nutritionists teach you the science behind weight loss and how eating every few hours is going to help you reach your weight loss goals!
Reference
1. Your Weight Matters for Your Health [Internet]. The history of portion sizes: how they’ve changed over time [cited 2016 August 30]. Available from: http://www.yourweightmatters.org/portion-sizes-changed-time/
1. Your Weight Matters for Your Health [Internet]. The history of portion sizes: how they’ve changed over time [cited 2016 August 30]. Available from: http://www.yourweightmatters.org/portion-sizes-changed-time/