Eating small snacks throughout the day is a good way to keep yourself from overeating during meals.
BUT, it’s important not to over-snack. Knowing portion sizes is important to healthy snacking. Here are some basic guidelines to portion sizes. Check out more detailed info at fitsugar.com:
— Nuts: Nuts are a fantastic way to get some healthy fats and fiber, but watch out for serving sizes. 14 almonds equals 100 calories, and each nut is different.
— Fruit: Most fresh fruit has less calories than you would think. One banana or 25 strawberries will each run you 100 calories.
— Vegetables: Other than avocados, you can pretty much eat as many veggies as you want. A whole head of lettuce will only run 106 calories, and you can eat 28 baby carrots without hitting the 100-calorie mark.
— Whole grains: From 1/4 cup of quinoa to 1/6 cup of buckwheat will run you 100 calories. Grains tend to reach the 100-calorie mark earlier than you would think.
— Meat: Two-thirds of a skinless chicken breast is about 95 calories, while just two ounces of a T-bone steak or a pork chop both make it to around 110 calories. Try to only eat lean meats.
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