Healthy portion sizes are based on a 2,000 calorie diet, "but of course everybody needs different amounts of calories," Burak says. The latest food portion sizes from the USDA come packaged at three ...

Think about it – when did a muffin become as big as your head? The average bagel 20 years ago was 3 inches in diameter, while today it's 6 inches in diameter. 5 ounces, while today it's 8 ounces. The ...

When it comes to eating well, most of us focus on what’s on the plate — lean proteins, leafy greens and whole grains. But there’s another factor that’s just as ...

What is the difference between a serving size and a portion size? Plenty. A serving size is a specific measure of a food. A portion is the amount of that food that happens to be on my plate. Why ...

Walk into a restaurant in different parts of the world, and you'll quickly realize that "normal" portion sizes vary wildly.

I tried eating according to the suggested serving sizes for a week based on information from the US Department of Health, Nutrition Facts labels, and USDA food pyramid guidelines. It was especially ...