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By Mayo Clinic staff
Expanding portions
Are you eating a variety of healthy foods, exercising and still struggling with your weight? You may need to pay closer attention to portion control — managing the amount of food that you eat — as your total calorie intake determines your weight.
A serving isn't what you happen to put on your plate. It's a specific amount of food defined by common measurements, such as cups, ounces or pieces. The serving sizes represented here are part of the Mayo Clinic Healthy Weight Pyramid — a food pyramid designed to promote weight loss and long-term health. Use these serving sizes in conjunction with a diet based on a variety of healthy foods. Add the right amount of regular physical activity, and you're well on your way to enjoying good nutrition and controlling your weight.
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