Portion Control Tricks

Kids are told to clean their plates at every meal, so it's no wonder they grow into adults who feel compelled to finish whatever's in front of them. Breaking the habit can tough but it is definitely do-able! Simple things like switching your plates, silverware, and even centerpieces ( I'm serious) can make a difference. Here are some easy tricks to fool yourself into eating less by simply downsizing your table setting:

PLATES

Keep them saucer-size, yes, I know this seems small but you will eat smaller portions and be less likely to take seconds. 

BOWLS

Researchers show that the bigger the bowl, the more you'll stuff into it so stick to small ones. 

GLASSES

Studies show that adults pour about 19% more liquid into short, wide glasses than they do into tall glasses. This may be because our brains tend to focus more on an object's height than its width, so short glasses don't appear quite as full. 

SERVING DISHES

In studies, people ate as much as 56 percent more when they served themselves from a one-gallon bowl than they did from a half-gallon one. 

CANDLES

Skip them, or blow them out right after the salad course. When the lighting is dim, people tend to linger over their food more, which can lead to overeating. 

CENTERPIECES

Swap flowers for a bowl of green apples, bananas, and other fruits. 

WALLS

Make them blue- it's thought to be a natural appetite suppressant. It is said that blue lights make food look less appealing, while warmer colors, especially yellow have the opposite effect. 

Question to consider: Any advice you'll consider? Think it might work?