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Fat Factoid: Big Plate, Overweight

10 March 2010 368 views One Comment
This entry is part 2 of 2 in the series Fat Factoid

thrivebetter weight loss portion size plate size fat diet 300x282 Fat Factoid: Big Plate, OverweightBut it’s not just portion size – it’s the actual size of your plate.

Overweight people use larger plates.

In a recent study, when offered two plate sizes, 98.6 percent of those with the highest BMI took the larger of the two plates to the buffet. A bigger plate tricks your eye into thinking you’re not eating as much when you stuff more food onto the surface—and into your mouth. Use a smaller plate, get a smaller belly.

Bonus tip: The same principle holds true for drinks.  Don’t forget, some drinks can have up to 2000 calories!

10 foods not to eatSo,

You are still over weight (overweight or fat) because you use a larger plate.

So,

Use a smaller plate and you’ll get a smaller belly.

Series Navigation«Fat Factoid: Chew Your Food and Lose More WeightFat Factoid: Do Not Look at Food While Eating»

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  • thrivebetter said:

    http://goo.gl/h2nO You’re still fat (over weight, overweight) because you use a big plate

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