Healthy portion sizes are based on a 2,000 calorie diet, "but of course everybody needs different amounts of calories," Burak says. The latest food portion sizes from the USDA come packaged at three ...

Achieving and maintaining a healthy weight is vital for your overall health and can reduce the risk of chronic diseases.

Not many people cook or eat meals and snacks served in perfectly measured and weighed portion sizes. Even foods that come in packages mention serving sizes that are difficult to understand. How many ...

Portion sizes of some of your favorite foods have been getting bigger and bigger.Ultraprocessed foods and beverages, including chocolate, french fries, fast-food hamburgers and soda, are being sold in ...

Portion control can be an effective tool for weight loss. It involves managing the amount of food a person eats during meals. Methods include using portion plates and keeping a food diary. A portion ...

Think about it – when did a muffin become as big as your head? The average bagel 20 years ago was 3 inches in diameter, while today it's 6 inches in diameter. 5 ounces, while today it's 8 ounces. The ...

Food research and training charity IGD is urging food and drink businesses in the UK to consider portion reduction as part of their strategy to meet national public health targets and reduce calorie ...

An Italian study has recently compared the standard portion sizes for different food categories in European countries. The study identifies a wide variation between countries regarding their ...

If you have type 2 diabetes, your blood sugar reacts to foods in different ways, depending on what and how much you eat. Here’s what you need to know about serving sizes and portions. Portions and ...