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Recipe makeovers: 5 ways to create healthy recipes
5. Downsize the portion size
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1. Reduce the amount of fat, sugar and salt
2. Make a healthy substitution
3. Eliminate or cut back on some ingredients
4. Change cooking and prep techniques
5. Downsize portion size
Putting it all together to create healthy recipes
Take morning glory muffins from unhealthy to healthy
5. Downsize the portion size
No matter how much you reduce, switch or omit ingredients, some recipes may still be high in sugar, fat or salt. You can help your diet by cutting back on the portion size instead.
- Slow down. Eat your meals more slowly to give your body a chance to register the fact that you're filling up. Put your fork down between bites if necessary. You'll eat less in the long run.
- Check portion sizes. Many portions today are so large you may not realize what a true portion or serving is. Train yourself by using smaller plates, spoons and cups. And learn to use common visual cues to understand servings — one serving of whole-grain cooked pasta is about the same size as a hockey puck, for instance.
- Plan ahead when eating out. It's easy to go overboard when eating out. Take precautions such as splitting a dish with a dining companion, skipping the bread basket, or asking for a doggie bag and packing up half your meal.
