Anyone who’s been on a healthy lifestyle journey knows that it’s crucial to eat high-quality foods, but did you know that how much you’re eating of these foods is just as important? When you eat nutritiously, it’s east to overcompensate by eating large portions of healthier foods and to overdo it with the recommended portion size. These are the foods to watch out for when it comes to portion sizes.
Olive Oil
There are so many health benefits associated with olive oil, but it’s also really high in calories. If you’re using it for your salads, pasta, or as cooking spray, just be aware that the recommended portion size is one tablespoon which has 120 calories.
Frozen Yogurt & Ice Cream
Many health fanatics choose to eat frozen yogurt over ice cream as it’s believed to be healthier, but this isn’t always the case. Also, when you get ice cream at a shop they usually give you 2-4 scoops or 1/2 a cup, which is way more than the recommended portion size of 1 scoop or 1/2 cup.
Granola
Granola is a breakfast staple for many people, but it’s also high in calories and fat. Store-bought versions also add lots of sugar. When eating granola, don’t fill your cereal bowl, stick to 1/3-1/4 cup.
Fruit Smoothies
These refreshing drinks are perfect on a hot summer day and they have tons of nutrients as well as lots of calories and sugar. When you order one from a shop they usually come in 20-ounces or more, which is also twice the portion size.
Avocado
Who doesn’t love avocados? They’re in virtually everything from desserts to salads and they’re high in calories and monosaturated fats. Did you know that one medium-sized avocado has 234 calories? The portion size if 1/3 to 1/5 of a medium-sized avocado.
