What Are the Benefits of Eating Healthy Portions?
Healthy eating is not just about what you eat, but how much you eat. Learning to eat the right type of food, in the optimal amounts, can make a big difference for a variety of health reasons.
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Weight Control
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Over 65 percent of Americans are now considered to be overweight, which is linked to increased portion sizes and eating out. Learning to eat smaller, healthier portions of food is necessary to lose and control weight. Healthy portions are also essential to maintain adequate nutrition for growth and development in children.
Healthy Heart
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Helpguide.org discusses types of food to limit for heart health and stresses the importance of controlling portion sizes. Being overweight puts stress on the arteries which can result in high blood pressure. This in turn can lead to heart problems.
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Calorie Restriction
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Restricting the amount of calories consumed provides a variety of health benefits, according to Longevity Meme website. Included are an extended life span, lowered risk of degenerative diseases and better overall health. Overall energy levels are likely to increase as the body is not overfull at any one time and the digestive process is more efficient.
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