Get Smart About Restaurants and Portion Sizes
A recent study showed restaurant meals contain at least 60% more calories than dishes prepared by the home cook. Portion control is a likely culprit.
In a survey of 300 chefs, many owned up to serving 12-oz. or larger steaks (one standard serving is 3-oz.) and up to 2 cups of pasta (half cup is standard).
Fight back against out-of-control portions and eat smarter at restaurants with these resources:
- Portion Control
- 7 Portion Control Secrets
- 10 Ways to Control Portions
- How to Eyeball Portion Sizes
- Measure Food without Tools
- Eating Out
- 10 Tips for Eating Out
- Eat Smart at Mexican Restaurants
- Eat Smart at Chinese and Japanese Restaurants
- Eating Out Quick Guides
Get Smart About Restaurants and Portion Sizes. (2008, September 24). In About.com.
