"Handy" Portions Guide
When thinking about portion control for the foods you eat, use this guide to help you.
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Serving Suggestion |
"Handy" Portion |
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3 oz. of meat |
Same size as the palm of your hand. |
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1/2 cup cooked vegetables or pasta |
Same as one cupped hand. |
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1 oz. of cheese |
Same as the length and width of your thumb. |
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1 teaspoon |
Same as the tip of your thumb (From the knuckle to the end.) |
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1 cup of raw, leafy vegetables or spinach |
Same as two cupped hands. |
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1 tablespoon |
Same as three thumb tips. |
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1 cup of dry cereal/popcorn or 1 medium piece of fruit |
Same as the size of your fist. |