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Reading a food label seems simple-until you realize you've just eaten three servings of chips without blinking. Food manufacturers love playing tricks with serving sizes, and if you're not paying attention, you could be consuming double (or triple!) the calories, sugar, and fat you thought. So, let's break it down. Here's how to read food labels like a pro and use that knowledge to master por …

What Is Portion Control? Portion size and serving size are not the same things, yet many people use these terms interchangeably. Portion size is the amount of food that you eat at one sitting, while serving size is the specific measurement of food that equals one serving[1]. Portion control is important when trying to lose or maintain weight, as consuming too many calories can lead to weight gai …