Written By: Kriti Saraswat | Published : July 22, 2014 12:25 PM IST
Anything in excess can be bad! If this holds true, then overeating healthy foods could also spell disaster for your weight loss efforts. It is important to mind your portion size in order to gain full benefit from healthy ingredients without putting on excess weight. Nutritionist Lisa Young shares a list of food items that are easy to overeat and tips for portion control.
Ready-to-eat cereal: Sugar-sweetened cereals are a big no and it is always advisable to choose a cereal where the first ingredient is a whole grain. However, pouring your healthy whole grain cereal into an oversized bowl can often spell disaster. Those who are watching their weight should eat approximately one ounce (28g) of ready-to-eat cereal.
Nuts: Nuts are healthy. They contain healthy fats and also help us to feel full. However, it is easy to eat too many nuts especially if you are eating them straight from a huge jar or at a bar when having a drink with a friend. The recommended serving of nuts to eat is a handful every day.
Hummus: Hummus or chick pea dip is a super healthy snack. It contains protein and healthy fats. Fresh vegetables dipped in hummus makes for a great snack, but it is easy to overdo it, especially if you buy the jumbo tubs of hummus or if you are nibbling at a cocktail party. Eat approximately two tablespoons worth of hummus as a snack. Add baby carrots, celery, and red pepper for crunch, volume, and a boost of nutrients.
While these are some foods that you can overeat, here are some general guidelines you can follow when eating other foods as well. According to nutritionist Divya Sanglikar, 'We all have different calorific requirements. These depend on our age, sex, weight, height, activity level, etc. Controlling portion size will help you in managing your weight issues and also in achieving a healthy body.' She shares some tips and tricks to help control one's portion size.
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