Portion Size and Obesity
October 17th, 2009
In one of several studies on portion size and consumption, 180 adults were served either a 9-ounce or a 13-ounce portion of macaroni and cheese at a restaurant. The adults who were served the 13-ounce portions ate 43 percent more — for an additional 172 calories — than did the adults who were given the smaller portions. -everydayhealth.com
MY COMMENT: The increase in food and beverage portion size has played a significant role in the obesity crisis. Subltle increases have been going on for years, contributing a steady increase in average calorie intake. Check out the Portion Distortion Quiz.
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