Resources > Portion Distortion
The average restaurant portions have almost doubled in the past twenty years. Use this fun guide to help you compare today’s portions. |
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Bagel |
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20 yrs. Ago: 140 kcal
3-in diameter |
Today: 350 kcal
6-in diameter |
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Average Cheeseburger |
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20 yrs. Ago: 333 kcal
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Today: 590 kcal |
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Spaghetti & Meatballs |
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20 yrs. Ago: 500 kcal
1 c. spaghetti & 3 small meatballs |
1025 kcal
2 c.spaghetti & 3 large meatballs |
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SOURCES: National Heart Lung and Blood Institute • National Institutes of Health • Department of Health and Human Services |
