Category Archives: portion control

The Balance Plate

Posted on April 9, 2013 by Jennifer Lynn-Pullman

    The Balance Plate is advertised to help you control portion sizes and guide you with five principles based on the current USDA nutrition guidelines: Portion, Proportion, Variety, Balance, and Moderation.   The Balance Plate, available in… Continue reading →

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SlimPlate System Weight Loss in a Box

Posted on March 18, 2013 by Jennifer Lynn-Pullman

    The SlimPlate System is not only a portion control tool, but a whole system for weight loss.  Designed by two physicians this system provides the tools to eat less and choose healthier foods.  The system includes 4 lunch/dinner plates, … Continue reading →

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Slim & Sage Portion Control Plates

Posted on March 4, 2013 by Jennifer

  A few weeks ago a client introduced me to the Slim & Sage Portion Control Plates.  So, of course I had to look into this portion control system.  Slim & Sage is based on research that shows that our portion sizes have increased dramati… Continue reading →

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Portion Control Tools: Precise Portions

Posted on February 18, 2013 by Jennifer

Portion control is one of the best ways to manage your weight and keep your calories in check.  There are many ways to control portions from using measuring cups and spoons to comparing food portions to objects (3 oz protein = a deck of cards).  As a dietitian I find these methods time consuming for […] Continue reading →

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National Ice Cream Day

Posted on July 15, 2012 by Jennifer

Today is National Ice Cream Day!  Who doesn’t love ice cream?  My favorite, pictured above, is Keeney Beany from the Penn State Creamery.   Ice cream traditionally is high in fat and sugar.  Small amounts are packed with lots of calories.  An average 1/2 cup of chocolate ice cream contains: 143 calories, 7.5 gm Fat, 4.5 […] Continue reading →

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