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Portion Control and Emotional Eating: Breaking the Cycle

Portion Control and Emotional Eating: Breaking the Cycle

Posted by Portions Master on 30th Mar 2025

We all know the feeling. That overwhelming urge to reach for a snack when you're stressed, anxious, or just in need of comfort. Emotional eating is a natural response, but it can often lead to overeating, which leaves you feeling guilty and sluggish. The truth is, it's easy to slip into the cycle of turning to food for comfort—especially when portion sizes are hard to gauge in the heat of th …
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Portion Control and Aging: Adjusting Intake for a Healthy Life

Portion Control and Aging: Adjusting Intake for a Healthy Life

Posted by Portions Master on 29th Mar 2025

Aging brings a lot of changes—some you can see, others, not so much. But one thing's for sure: your metabolism doesn’t quite work the same way it used to. And while that doesn’t mean you should give up on enjoying good food, it does mean you’ll need to adjust how much you’re eating to maintain a healthy life. You may have noticed that your clothes fit a bit differentl …
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Portion Control and Athletic Performance: Fueling Your Body Right

Portion Control and Athletic Performance: Fueling Your Body Right

Posted by Portions Master on 29th Mar 2025

We all know the drill: you hit the gym hard, break a sweat, and feel great afterward. But then comes the hard part — what to eat. Sure, you're burning calories, but are you eating enough to fuel your body properly? Or are you overindulging, thinking that those extra calories will simply "burn off" during your next session? For many gym-goers, especially those who view exercise as a free pass …
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The Role of Fiber in Feeling Full: How Portion Control Plays a Part

The Role of Fiber in Feeling Full: How Portion Control Plays a Part

Posted by Portions Master on 25th Mar 2025

Fiber: The Secret Weapon for Fullness (Without the Calories) Ever finish a meal and still feel like you could eat a whole pizza? Or maybe you ate a small snack and somehow felt satisfied for hours? The reason might not be what you expect—it's fiber. Fiber is a powerhouse nutrient that helps control hunger, but most people don't get enough of it. And here's where portion control comes into pl …
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