3 ounces of meat, poultry, or fish = the palm of your hand, or a deck of cards, or a cassette tape
More tips to control portion size:
- Use smaller plates and dishes so your portions won't look lost.
- Don't measure your food every time you eat. Instead, measure your dishes, bowls and glasses one time to get a general idea of how much they contain. After that, visualize those measurements each time you eat.
- Check yourself occasionally to prevent slipping back into bad habits.
1 cup of potato, pasta, or rice = your fist or a tennis ball
1 medium fruit = your fist
