Don’t put yourself on a diet…

Put your portions on a diet.

Experts agree that supersized meals have distorted what we consider an appropriate amount of food, and that has fueled an obesity epidemic. Conflicting messages further confuse weight conscious consumers, who admit judging the proper amount of food is getting harder and harder.

While at first it may seem daunting to try to cut back on eating, with a few simple tricks and tools it can not only be easy, but fun. Since smart eating begins at home, it is crucial to be able to recognize an appropriate portion size before you cook.

The consensus among healthcare professionals is that mastering sensible portion control is essential whether you are looking to lose weight, control diabetes or cholesterol, or simply eat more healthfully. The most effective solution is to master portion control before you start cooking. Flavor Magic guides proper portion sizing for the most important part of any meal…the center-of-plate protein. This then drives appropriate garnish portions, so the entire plate can be sensibly sized.

Measuring and weighing food can help us learn what an appropriate portion size looks like, but not everyone wants to break out the measuring cups or food scale every time they prepare a meal. Object comparisons like a deck of cards, a checkbook, or the palm of your hand are frequently used to help judge portion size, but contribute nothing to making the meal more inviting. Flavor Magic is the one-step tool that helps you easily gauge the right serving size, while simultaneously turning common meat and fish into the heart of a delicious meal.

Reflecting the established “deck of cards” guideline for protein servings set by the American Dietetic Association, each sheet is pre-cut to 3” x 4”. This represents the recommended 3 - 5 ounce protein portion size for an average diet.

Check out our page Tips & Ideas for more great ideas to help you eat right and control your weight.