Today's Topic is 'Portion Control'

I have a few patients who are into their 4th week of my Wellness Program.  Every single one of them has lost some inches and pounds and through various lifestyle modifications, they are enjoying new and exciting food groups and have traded in 'bad breakfasts, lunches and dinners' for delicious, low fat and seriously healthy fun meals.  They still have their 'cheat meals' once per week and are not feeling deprived of any food group.
So, how do you make something that's going great even better?
PORTION CONTROL WITHOUT PAIN.
It's easier than you think.

Here's Your Healthy Tip of the Day:  When you are at the market and you purchase an 8oz piece of chicken breast (or meat or fish), have the butcher cut it in half or do this yourself when you arrive home.  Immediately freeze or refrigerate one half of the breast and cook the remaining half for your dinner.  If you are cooking for 2 people, when the breast is done, cut the chicken into nice slices and serve it on a nice salad or with a plate of mixed vegetables.  You'll be satisfied with 4oz of lean protein and you'll be having a great dinner.  If you go out to a restaurant for dinner with a friend, split your appetizer, salad and main entree.  Every dining establishment is quite used to accomodating its clientele in this manner (since 80% of us are watching our figures).  You'll have a beautiful meal, proper portions and really enjoy yourselves.  If you are dining alone, ask for a half portion on your plate and a doggie bag for the other half.  In this manner, you won't be tempted to overeat.  When it comes to pastas, think fist-size.  Push what is fist-size to one side of your plate, enjoy it and have the remaining food packed to go with you.  Try this simple technique for a few weeks and see what happens!!