Kids Prefer Large Portions

Kids Prefer Large Portions September 21, 2009 Given the option, Canadian fifth-graders prefer bigger portions of snacks and fast foods and smaller portions of vegetables than the recommended amounts, according to a recent research study in the Journal of the ADA. The published study found children who ate at fast-food restaurants more than once per week were more likely to consider large portions of french fries and small portions of vegetables to be "usual," as did children from socioeconomically disadvantaged families and those who frequently ate while watching TV. Visit www.mypyramid.gov for healthy eating portion guidelines. Make certain to use measuring cups, spoons or a kitchen scale to compare your servings with MyPyramid recommendations or the serving sizes listed on the product's Nutrition Facts panel. How much you eat is just as important what you eat. Talk with a registered dietitian for help in making smart portion options. Read More     Adding Spices May Lower Blood Sugar   Gloomy Weather Linked to Depression   The Secret To a Sound MInd To unsubscribe or change subscriber options   click here .

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