Has anyone ever told you to clean your plate?
This is very common to instruct children to make sure they eat all the food that is on their plates. Most children are not allowed to leave the table until they finish their meals. Kids are told to clean their plates at every meal, so it's no wonder they grow into adults who feel compelled to finish whatever is in front of them.
I am straying my clients away from this technique. This instills negative habits into adults & children's lives.
Quick tips to help save your portion sizes.
*When eating at a restaurant, ask for a to-go-box right after you order your food. Once your food comes to the table, split the portion and place one in the box. This will help with portion control and saves money! You have the boxed portion for lunch the next day! :)
*When eating at home, minimize the portion of food you are serving yourself.
Remember a fist size=one serving size!
*Always make sure you are drinking water with your meals. The water will fill your stomach so you won't be craving more food after you finish your portion.
Have a great week!
