Look and Think
Look at the infographic below and compare the recommended
portions with your average daily diet. Then talk about it with your
partner.
portions with your average daily diet. Then talk about it with your
partner.
One thumb-sized portion
High fat foods such as
butter, oils, and nuts
butter, oils, and nuts
A palm-sized portion
High protein foods such as
meat, fish, and beans
meat, fish, and beans
A fist-sized portion
Whole grains, rice, or
vegetables high in
vitamins and minerals
vegetables high in
vitamins and minerals
I usually eat about two fist-sized portions of rice, which is about twice the recommended portion size.