Even the heathiest of eaters can have too much of a good thing. Managing the amount of food we consume can sometimes be confusing. We have come up with a list of some of the most common ingredients, and the real portion sizes you should be having.
DEC 01st 2016
Control your portion sizes
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1) Lean meat and chicken – Aim to fill your plate with around 80g of these proteins, the equivalent to the weight of a pack of cards!
2) White fish – Per serving, 150g of fish is ample for an individual. This is comparable to the size and weight of a chequebook.
3) Pasta and rice – Carbs aren’t all that bad for you, providing you don’t eat too many. Aiming for 150g worth of either is the perfect portion size and also, the equivalent of a tennis ball!
4) Potatoes – Another carb not to be afraid of. Weighing the same as a computer mouse, 180g of this starchy substance is recommended to maintain a balanced diet.
5) Nuts – Providing they are not coated in salt, nuts can be a great source of protein when eaten in moderation. One handful is the perfect portion size for a nutritious snack.
6) Cheese – A diet without cheese, for many, would be a very dismal detox. However, serving a portion the size of a standard match box (30g) is the ideal way to ensure cheese is still present at the darkest of times!
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