No! For some, when it comes to managing portion sizes, counting calories may help to support specific health and fitness goals (such as building muscle), but for most people, it isn’t necessary.

Instead, focusing on eating a balanced diet containing a range of carbohydrates, proteins and healthy fats is an effective way to ensure you are eating the right types, and amount, of foods.

how much you eat, or your food portions, also contributes to eating well for your heart. Healthy food proportions can be measured out on your plate as a rough guide. Ideally, a portion-controlled plate will include the following food groups:

Around half of your plate should be filled with vegetables and salad

One quarter should contain good quality protein.

The remaining quarter should contain complex carbohydrates and a small serving of healthy fats.

Instead what matters for portion control is mindful eating.

Mindful eating can lead to improved psychological wellbeing, greater enjoyment when eating and help you to recognise when you’re feeling satisfied so you know when to stop eating.

Mindful eating involves removing distractions, such as the TV and slowing down your eating pace by putting down your cutlery, or sipping water between mouthfuls. This allows time for your body to give you feedback and let you know if you’re actually full.

Concentrate on how the food smells and looks, explore how it tastes and feels in your mouth, and how it feels in your stomach.

Sources - https://www.sweat.com/blogs/nutrition/portion-control

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