Did you know? Skipping out on meals is not a good idea. People who skip meals tend to eat more throughout the day and end up burning fat and calories more slowly.
It takes about 20 minutes for your brain to get the message that your body is getting food. When your brain get s this message, you stop feeling hungry. So encourage fast eaters to slow down to give their brains a chance to get the word.
Oversized portions often contribute to weight gain. To get an idea of the right portions to serve your child, it might help to visualize the appropriate serving size by comparing it to objects you are familiar with:
Food Average Service Size What it looks like
Meat 2-3 ounces Deck of cards
Pasta or Rice 1/2 cup Tennis ball or Ice Cream Scoop
Peanut butter 2 tablespoons Ping pong ball
Vegetables 1/2 cup Light bulb
Cheese 1 ounce` Four dice
To control portion sizes, try these tips:
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Don’t eat from the bag.
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Serve food on smaller plates.
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Half of your plate should be green vegetables.
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Use a lower fat variety of foods.
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Eat at the table and not while doing other activities like watching TV.
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Eat a healthy snack in between meals if needed
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The clinic is in need of gently worn clothes. If you have any of the following items, please consider donating them to the clinic:
Boys sweatpants: Sizes 7-8
Girls leggings: Sizes 5-10
Girls shorts: Sizes 5-8
Please contact Mrs. Burton with any questions at:
Phone: 440-974-5407
Fax: 440-974-5285
Email: burtonb@mentorschools.