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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Thanksgiving is just one week away so Dr. Ian Smith, New York Times bestselling author of “Eat Your Age,” joins TODAY to share ways you can try to stay healthy while still getting to enjoy all the ...

In a perfect world, people would only eat a half cup of rice, mashed potatoes and ice cream, and restaurants would proudly promote the three-ounce filet with a heaping one-cup serving of seasoned ...

It is important not to overeat when you are vacation. Health experts suggest that when dining out, eat the things that fill us up first like fiber and vegetables. You can also cut down on large ...

IRVING - With a tennis ball and a yo-yo as props, first-grade teacher Kristy Brooks helped her class understand the correct portion sizes for vegetables. "About how many yo-yos do you think would fit ...

While it's essential to enjoy weekends without guilt, balancing enjoyment with healthy eating can help keep fitness goals on track.