Mar 14

2012

Portion Control for Weight Loss & Healthy Living {Giveaway}

When I started my weight loss and healthy living journey, I knew that portion control was going to be a key part of changing my eating habits. My perspective on what was considered to be “one helping” was a little out of whack. “What do you mean I can’t eat four heaping bowls of quinoa?! Quinoa’s healthy, so what’s the problem?” Yeah. Of course, I didn’t REALLY think it was okay to eat as much as my husband at dinnertime, then sneak into the fridge later for leftovers. I just didn’t want to stop eating because I was bored, angry, happy…darn that emotional eating!

When I started tracking my meals and snacks on MyFitnessPal, I knew that it wasn’t going to be pretty. The amount of cheese and crackers I typically grazed on for an afternoon “snack” took up nearly one-half of my allotted calories for the day. Even the healthy grains, such as brown rice, whole wheat couscous and quinoa, were consumed in portions much too big for one person, particularly a person who can barely reach the top shelf of the pantry.

Weighing and Measuring:
So, I started weighing and measuring, with the intention of eventually being able to “eyeball” the portions. Stashing a scale and measuring cup in my purse to take to dinner at our favorite restaurant wasn’t exactly an option. People already think it’s odd when I snap pictures of the food. No need to give them more reasons to stare.

But how the heck was I going to “eyeball” four ounces of chicken or a half-cup of rice? The first thing I did was to pull out my handy OXO scale and measuring cups (more about those in the giveaway section), which I use for everything from measuring baking ingredients to weighing out meal portions. I began by weighing and measuring everything – not because I planned to do that forever, but because I wanted to familiarize myself with how a healthy portion looked.

After several times of measuring out 1 cup of spinach, 1/2 cup of brown rice and 2 ounces of turkey meat, I became comfortable with serving up these portions without always relying on the scale and measuring cups. I knew that a serving of leafy greens filled about three-quarters of our wooden salad bowls and a half-cup portion of berries perfectly lined the bottom of my cereal bowl. I still weigh and measure periodically to make sure that I am on track with my estimates. I also learned some little tricks.

Tricks for Estimating:
You may have heard some of these tricks before, but they deserve a mention because they really can be helpful when you are eating out, or you simply want to measure by sight rather than pulling out your scale. Here are some of my favorites:

1 serving of fruits or vegetables = size of a baseball (not a softball) or the size of a woman’s fist
1/2 cup cooked or raw veggies = rounded handful
3 ounces of chicken or meat = size of a deck of cards or a standard bar of soap
1 small russet potato = size of a computer mouse
1/4 cup dried fruit or nuts = size of a large egg
1 cup of cereal = size of a woman’s fist
1 ½ ounces cheese = 4 dice stacked together

Whether or not you want to record your meals and snacks for the long-term, I suggest tracking them for several days. It’s eye-opening and, quite frankly, a little shocking. At least it was for me. The beauty of an app such as MyFitnessPal is that it also breaks down your daily nutrient intake. I quickly learned that I was pathetically low on iron and potassium.

How to control your portions:
How many times have I eaten a snack straight from the bag while standing at the counter? I don’t even want to think about it. It’s that kind of mindless eating that got me in trouble in the first place. Here are some things that I tried to change. Believe me, I don’t do them all the time, but I figure “often” is better than “never”.

1. Sit down to eat. For some reason, standing to eat just leads me to eat more. Perhaps it’s because I’m standing near the source of the food.

2. Use smaller plates and bowls. If I put a portion of pasta in a large bowl, I feel cheated. It looks like a miniscule portion and I’m convinced that I should pile more in.

3. Step away from the phone, iPad, computer, TV or any other distractions. If I don’t think about eating, then the food is gone before I’ve ever had the chance to taste it.

4. Take a sip of water after every few bites. Not only does this help me stay hydrated and satiated, it also slows me down. Seriously, I can inhale a meal in five minutes flat if I don’t stop myself. Typically, it takes about 20 minutes for the stomach to tell the brain it’s full. Give it a chance to do so!

5. Don’t let yourself get too hungry. If I sit down to a meal when I’m famished, I’m more likely to chow down…quickly and alot. That’s why eating regular, healthy meals and snacks is really important.

I would love to hear some of your tricks and tips for portion control and conscious eating. Feel free to leave your ideas in the comment section.

The giveaway:
For a chance to win these indispensable weighing and measuring tools from OXO, just leave a comment on this post. Read below for instructions on earning extra entries.

Here are the items included in the giveaway (approximate value $70 USD):

Food Scale with Pull-Out Display – This scale measure in grams and ounces, has a pull-out display so that you can place large bowls on the scale and “zeroes” the weight of the bowl so you get an accurate measurement of what’s inside.

Stainless Steel Measuring Cups – Not only do I love the look of these measuring cups, but they are also very comfortable to hold.

This giveaway is open to residents of the United States 18 years of age or older (I apologize to my Canadian readers – I promise there will be giveaways for you in the future) and will be open until Tuesday, March 20, 2012 at 5pm PST.

The winner will be chosen using a random number generator and will be notified via email, so please make sure your email address is correct. You will have 48 hours to respond to me, or a new winner will be chosen.

To earn additional entries, leave separate comments for each of the steps listed below. If you don’t leave separate comments for each step, the number generator will not count them as separate entries. If you already follow/”like” OXO or Cookin’ Canuck, just let me know that in your comments.

1. Follow OXO on Twitter.
2. Follow Cookin’ Canuck on Twitter.
3. Tweet about this giveaway, including my Twitter handle. Here’s an example: Head to @CookinCanuck for helpful tips on Portion Control for Weight Loss & Healthy Living, & an awesome @OXO giveaway. http://bit.ly/z8aUMO
4. “Like” OXO on Facebook.
5. “Like”Cookin’ Canuck on Facebook.
6. Share on your Facebook page and leave me the link (click on the time stamp of your “share” to access the link).
7. Follow Cookin’ Canuck on Pinterest.

Good luck!

Disclaimer: This post is sponsored by OXO and they supplied me with some OXO products for my personal use and the giveaway. As usual, all opinions are my own. What can I say? I’m an OXO fan.

Tagged as: diet, exercise, health, portion control, weight loss

{ 384 comments… read them below or add one }

1 Raelene March 14, 2012 at 1:48 am

I love these tools! I am totally with you on portion control, as long as I have the *right* amount I don’t feel like I’m going without. It works!

2 Rookie Qookie March 14, 2012 at 2:24 am

I control my portions by having a bowl of clear soup before the main course. It fills me up and prevents me from over-eating. I make enough soup to last me for a few days

3 Cindy @ Once Upon a Loaf March 14, 2012 at 4:28 am

Wow – you look AMAZING. I remember when I first followed you on Twitter, how I thought you were the prettiest food blogger out there – and you looked great “before,” too. But you are smokin’ now! I need to get back to better portion control. I’m a runner, too, and when I’m training for marathons, I sometimes feel a little too entitled, when I’m actually not. Thanks for this post!

4 Katia March 14, 2012 at 4:32 am

Thankyou for your honesty in these weight loss posts.
It’s hard enough for me to confess to MYSELF that I’ve been eating portion sizes that are way out of control, much less confessing it to the internet. I have been hesitating with joining WW online just to keep track of what I’m eating, but this app actually sounds like a better starting point – & I am downloading it now, in fact!
Again, thankyou for these posts which are striking and reassuring in their honesty.

5 Peggy March 14, 2012 at 4:42 am

Congrats on your weight loss. I’m working hard to lose weight and get healthy, too. 14 pounds so far! These tools would certainly come in handy!

6 Michele March 14, 2012 at 5:27 am

Portion control is something I’ve always struggled with! Perhaps winning that scale would get me on track!

7 Michele March 14, 2012 at 5:28 am

I like your page on Facebook!

8 Katrina @ Warm Vanilla Sugar March 14, 2012 at 5:37 am

This is such a great giveaway! Oxo has such great kitchen tools!

9 Katrina @ Warm Vanilla Sugar March 14, 2012 at 5:38 am

I like you on Facebook.

10 Bev Weidner March 14, 2012 at 5:50 am

I loooove Oxo! And these tools look bad to the BONE.

11 Jessen March 14, 2012 at 5:54 am

I’ve wanted a Food Scale for a Long Time!! Great Giveaway. . . Even if I don’t “win” =)

12 Mom24@4evermom March 14, 2012 at 5:55 am

What a wonderful giveaway! I really need to tighten up portion control and this would help.

13 Mom24@4evermom March 14, 2012 at 5:57 am

I follow on Pinterest.

14 abbi March 14, 2012 at 6:16 am

This is a great giveaway!

15 abbi March 14, 2012 at 6:16 am

I also follow on Pinterest!

16 Courtney March 14, 2012 at 7:09 am

I never realized how distorted my portion control is. Wow!

17 Bri March 14, 2012 at 7:13 am

Thank you for continuing to share your story! Its always encouraging to hear what works for someone else!

18 Emilie @ Emilie's Enjoyables March 14, 2012 at 7:20 am

Isn’t controlling our portions hard?!? Sometimes I find that I do it naturally but other times I get frustrated when I see how much my fiance can consume without a worry! My trick is to always wait 20 minutes after dinner to eat dessert. I’m one of those where it takes me 20 or so minutes to actually feel “full”, so if I immediately eat dessert, I tend to overeat.

19 Lindsay March 14, 2012 at 7:48 am

Hey there! I rarely post, but I wanted to thank you for posting this because I don’t think others recognize the importance of knowing your servings! I’ve lost over 40 pounds doing this over the years. I also dip my salads, not pour. That’s been a biggie because I eat A LOT of fresh vegetables.

Thanks for sharing with the world!

20 Lucky March 14, 2012 at 7:52 am

If it makes you feel better, retraining myself to recognize reasonable portions has made maintaining what I did lose oh, so much easier, so it might be a bummer now but it will pay off in the long run.

I also learned not to eat dessert until I did my evening exercise (walking/jogging in my case). One, it gave me incentive to actually do the exercise and, two, once I was done, I wanted a big glass of water more than I wanted something sweet, so I ate less and didn’t feel like I’d given anything up.

21 Stephanie March 14, 2012 at 7:53 am

I’ve been thinking of buying a food scale to assist in my weight-loss journey…perfect!

22 Evelyn R March 14, 2012 at 7:54 am

I have never used a scale to weigh portions but would love to win so I could try it…..thanks for the giveaway!

23 Evelyn R March 14, 2012 at 7:55 am

I “like” OXO on Facebook.

24 Evelyn R March 14, 2012 at 7:56 am

I “like” Cookin’ Canuck on Facebook.

25 Evelyn R March 14, 2012 at 7:56 am

I follow Cookin’ Canuck on Pinterest.

26 Amanda KP March 14, 2012 at 8:01 am

I follow Cookin’ Canuck on Twitter!

27 Cooking with Michele March 14, 2012 at 8:05 am

My other tip is to also measure out wine in a glass – wine glasses today are so darn big (did you know an entire bottle of wine fits in a Riedel pinot noir glas???) that we think we are having one glass when it’s really 2 or more. (PS, reading about your journey inspired me to get my butt in gear and lose the weight I put on doing my cookbook project – 6 pounds down, 4 to go! – and measuring, weighing, and writing it all down are absolutely key.)

28 Andrea the Kitchen Witch March 14, 2012 at 8:10 am

What a great giveaway! I follow you on facebook

29 Tyla March 14, 2012 at 8:31 am

I love my scale! We also bought a couple of extra measuring cup/spoon sets and have them all in a basket in the cupboard – so we are never without the measuring implement we need.

I wanted to also thank you for recommending myfitnesspal! I had been using spark people, but myfitnesspal is SO much more streamlined and so much easier to enter everything into. So, thanks!

30 Dara (Cookin' Canuck) March 14, 2012 at 8:32 am: Hi Tyla, thanks so much for commenting. If you want to “friend” me on MyFitnessPal, my username is CookinCanuck. It’s always more motivating to have friends on there!

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31 Stacey March 14, 2012 at 8:32 am

I have a cheap digital scale that I picked up years ago. I have had that specific model of OXO on my wishlist for awhile.

32 Stacey March 14, 2012 at 8:33 am

I liked OXO on facebook

33 Stacey March 14, 2012 at 8:34 am

I also liked cookin canuck on facebook!

34 Susan March 14, 2012 at 8:44 am

I love your recipes and pictures, thanks for the inspiration to eat better!

35 Susan March 14, 2012 at 8:47 am

I followed Cookin Canuck on twitter.

36 Susan March 14, 2012 at 8:47 am

I followed you on Pinterest.

37 April March 14, 2012 at 8:48 am

It’s funny you mention “4 cups of quinoa,” I could not believe how many calories are actually in this healthy grain (seed). I add a couple teaspoons to my salads to help feel full, add texture, and enjoy the over all flavor.

38 Jane March 14, 2012 at 8:50 am

Half a cup, four ounces, heck, it’s hard to guess. I’ve gotten in the habit of using measuring spoons for stuff like sugar in my tea, but I need to work on using measuring cups/weights for bigger stuff.

39 Kari March 14, 2012 at 8:50 am

Thanks for all the great tips! I’ve been meaning to add a scale to my kitchen gadgets.

40 annabelle March 14, 2012 at 8:51 am

I live by portions control, is the best way!!!! I love the oxo digital scale, putting one in my wishlist

41 leighmarker March 14, 2012 at 9:03 am

thanks for giving us an idea on portions. great explanations.

42 LeslieM March 14, 2012 at 9:10 am

Portion control is really key. Also, really difficult at first. Thanks for the rundown.

43 LeslieM March 14, 2012 at 9:10 am

I follow Cookin’ Canuck on Twitter.

44 LeslieM March 14, 2012 at 9:11 am

I like Cookin’ Canuck on Facebook.

45 Shelly March 14, 2012 at 9:12 am

I would love to win this so I can weigh my portions!

46 Shelly March 14, 2012 at 9:12 am

I follow OXO on Twitter.

47 Shelly March 14, 2012 at 9:13 am

I follow you on Twitter.

48 Loretta March 14, 2012 at 9:13 am

I serve up the food in the kitchen, that way, it’s not as convenient to keep eating…

49 Shelly March 14, 2012 at 9:14 am

I Tweeted: https://twitter.com/#!/Dinky_Diner/status/179948490342940673

50 Jenny March 14, 2012 at 9:15 am

I could really use that scale–I have a really old, non-digital one and I often wonder how accurate it is!

51 Shelly March 14, 2012 at 9:15 am

I like OXO on FB.

52 Shelly March 14, 2012 at 9:15 am

I like you on FB.

53 judy jursch March 14, 2012 at 9:16 am

Portion control is one of the hardest, but one of the most necessary parts of changing your lifestyle. Congratulations to you for learning how to manage this!

54 Shelly March 14, 2012 at 9:16 am

I follow you on Pinterest.

55 Linda Russell March 14, 2012 at 9:16 am

Yes, when you begin to measure/weigh and write EVERYTHING down, you see results. I am always surprised how quickly I forget something I ate if I don’t write it down immediately before or after eating it.

56 Jenny March 14, 2012 at 9:18 am

I just liked your facebook page!

57 Andrea W March 14, 2012 at 9:19 am

This is a great prize! Would love to finally lose my last 10 lbs and portion control just may be the way to do it!

58 Jenny March 14, 2012 at 9:20 am

I liked OXO’s facebook page.

59 Andrea W March 14, 2012 at 9:20 am

I like you on facebook!

60 Andrea W March 14, 2012 at 9:21 am

I follow you on pinterest!

61 Krysten Oliphant March 14, 2012 at 9:24 am

I do the same thing. I typically eat really healthy foods but tend to eat WAY too much of them. Measuring is really important!

62 Krysten Oliphant March 14, 2012 at 9:26 am

I follow you on Twitter

63 Krysten Oliphant March 14, 2012 at 9:27 am

I followed OXO on Twitter!

64 Krysten Oliphant March 14, 2012 at 9:31 am

I liked OXO on Facebook!

65 Kelly Edm March 14, 2012 at 9:34 am

I’d love to win this! I’ve been on the hunt for a good scale for ages and just never get around to getting one. Plus? I am in desperate need of portion control. Sad, but true!

66 Kelly Edm March 14, 2012 at 9:34 am

I follow you on Twitter: @jarslikejam

67 Kelly Edm March 14, 2012 at 9:35 am

I follow OXO on Twitter: @jarslikejam

68 Krysten Oliphant March 14, 2012 at 9:35 am

https://www.facebook.com/cookincanuck?ref=ts&sk=wall#!/krystenoliphant/posts/212789865495163

69 Kelly Edm March 14, 2012 at 9:36 am

I tweeted the giveaway! @jarslikejam

70 Deb March 14, 2012 at 9:37 am

I have been thinking I need to be more aware of the size of portions I serve.myself. Thank you for this post…!

71 Erin @ The Speckled Palate March 14, 2012 at 9:37 am

You have officially inspired me to start weighing and measuring my foods, as well as jumping back on the MyFitnessPal bandwagon to start eating (and feeling!) healthier.

Thanks!

72 Tanya March 14, 2012 at 9:46 am

I am much more conscious about WHAT I am eating, HOW MUCH I am eating, and WHEN I am eating it when I am also in an exercise routine. When it takes as long as it does to burn off 200 calories, I’m much more careful about squandering it!!! Weighing it would only make me more accountable.

73 Pat R March 14, 2012 at 9:57 am

This is the most accurate way to assure appropriate sizes of portions.

74 Pat R March 14, 2012 at 9:59 am

I already like OXO on FB

75 Amy MS March 14, 2012 at 10:00 am

You look great and have inspired me to download Lose It on my iphone. Also, I made your stuffed shells last night for the second time. My son and I just love them!

76 Pat R March 14, 2012 at 10:00 am

I already like you on FB

77 Lizvc March 14, 2012 at 10:03 am

My approach to portion control when eating out was to cut everything in half and put the second half in a take-home box. I cut way back when eating at home, too. When I was diagnosed with Diabetes, I met with a Diabetes Educator/Nutritionist and she gave me an eating plan. Then I set about measuring all my carb choices. You quickly learn to judge your portions of most foods by sight. I’ve lost 40 pounds.

78 Lizvc March 14, 2012 at 10:03 am

I’m now following you on Pinterest.

79 Lizvc March 14, 2012 at 10:04 am

I liked you on Facebook! Don’t know why I hadn’t already done that…

80 Lizvc March 14, 2012 at 10:04 am

I liked OXO on Facebook.

81 Katie March 14, 2012 at 10:15 am

I like to add mushrooms/veggies/tomatoes to my single serving of pasta. It makes it look like I’m eating a lot more pasta than I really am. I also like to toss it with a bit of olive oil and black pepper instead of butter or other sauces.

I really enjoy your recipes, even the soups ^_^

82 Babs March 14, 2012 at 10:24 am

Portion control is the only way to go. Love the scale and measuring cups.

83 Emily H. March 14, 2012 at 10:26 am

I’m the worst at portion control so these tools would be amazing to get my eating in order!! Great post!

84 April March 14, 2012 at 10:26 am

I follow you on twitter.

85 April March 14, 2012 at 10:27 am

I liked OXO on Facebook.

86 April March 14, 2012 at 10:28 am

I liked Cookin Canuck on Facebook.

87 April March 14, 2012 at 10:29 am

I started following Cookin Canuck on Pinterest.

88 Maxine March 14, 2012 at 10:31 am

I’ve recently started a weight loss program, again! These tips are great and I know from past experience (LOTS of experience!!) that they work! I have a set of serving spoons that are 1 C. and 1/2 C. exactly and I use them all the time… takes the guess work out, which is never a good idea anyway! I have always wanted a scale for those items that can’t be measured w/ a cup or spoon… maybe?? Thanks for reminding me of these important tips today!!

89 Emilee March 14, 2012 at 10:32 am

I’ve always wanted a food scale. I’d especially love a free one!

90 Emilee March 14, 2012 at 10:32 am

I’m following Cookin’ Canuck on Pinterest.

91 Krystal March 14, 2012 at 10:34 am

I’m guilty of snacking out of the bag too… and the worst part is, I know that its bad, but keep on munching anyways!

92 Krystal March 14, 2012 at 10:34 am

I follow Cookin’ Canuck on facebook!

93 El Ross March 14, 2012 at 10:46 am

I know I eat way tooooo much! I need to start measuring. This should help!

94 Becky March 14, 2012 at 10:50 am

I would love a food scale! I keep looking to buy one but I haven’t done it yet. Free would be great!

95 Becky March 14, 2012 at 10:51 am

I follow you on Pinterest

96 Chloe March 14, 2012 at 10:51 am

Oh, I have been lusting after this scale! Not only for portion control, but improving my baking as well.

97 Angela March 14, 2012 at 11:06 am

I love this idea. I am toying with the idea of being more healthy and I have made some good positive changes, but I know I need to do more. This might be the way to make me do it properly.

98 Shari Ryan Eklund March 14, 2012 at 11:07 am

Great tools … even better info! I have often thought that my personal weight demon is an out of whack portion control “meter”! I shared your info on my Facebook page, I “liked” OXO and also “liked” Cookin’ Canuck on Facebook! Sorry, but I am not on Twitter at this time.

99 Maria R. March 14, 2012 at 11:17 am

I like on FB!

100 Maria R. March 14, 2012 at 11:18 am

I like oxo on fb!

101 Maria R. March 14, 2012 at 11:19 am

I follow on pinterest.

102 Julie @BananasForBourbon March 14, 2012 at 11:28 am

I have a trick that I LOVE! I eat a lot of leftovers and a lot of soups. When I’m reheating something like a soup or stir fry I’ll line the bowl first with a handful of spinach or arugula. Then top it with soup. This keeps me from over-filling the bowl, as I have a tendency to do, and adds some extra greens to the meal. The spinach wilts with the heat of the microwave and is always a tasty addition!

103 Julie @BananasForBourbon March 14, 2012 at 11:30 am

I follow OXO on twitter

104 Julie @BananasForBourbon March 14, 2012 at 11:30 am

I follow you on twitter

105 Julie @BananasForBourbon March 14, 2012 at 11:31 am

I tweeted the giveaway

106 Julie @BananasForBourbon March 14, 2012 at 11:31 am

I like OXO on facebook

107 Julie @BananasForBourbon March 14, 2012 at 11:32 am

I like you on facebook.

108 Julie @BananasForBourbon March 14, 2012 at 11:33 am

I follow you on pinterest!

109 Connie Bolick Lee March 14, 2012 at 11:36 am

I would like to win, thanks!

110 sarah March 14, 2012 at 11:36 am

I am so impressed by your weightloss journey. It’s amazing to see someone make a successful and healthy change. Also, I love OXO products!

111 Arlyn March 14, 2012 at 11:37 am

I have been a follower of your blog for awhile now! I have recently started my weight loss journey! I am at my halfway point and I cannot seem to break through my “Plateau”. Thank you for the great giveaway!!!

112 Connie Bolick Lee March 14, 2012 at 11:37 am

I follow OXO on twitter

113 Andrea M March 14, 2012 at 11:37 am

Please sign me up! my husband and I are looking for a good scale for our home

114 Arlyn March 14, 2012 at 11:38 am

I follow OXO on twitter (arlyn531)

115 Connie Bolick Lee March 14, 2012 at 11:39 am

I followed Cookin’ Canuck on twitter

116 Arlyn March 14, 2012 at 11:40 am

I like OXO on Facebook! they have such great stuff; the majority of my kitchen stuff has come from them!

117 Arlyn March 14, 2012 at 11:41 am

I shared your link on Facebook here is the “Time Stamp”
https://www.facebook.com/arlyn.parker/posts/328187940562812

118 Connie Bolick Lee March 14, 2012 at 11:41 am

I tweeted the giveaway

119 Frieda March 14, 2012 at 11:44 am

What a wonderful giveaway! I’ll take the almonds, too!
Putting down my fork in between bites have really helped me.
OXO has great products; they are one of my favorite brands!

120 Frieda March 14, 2012 at 11:45 am

I follow OXO on Twitter!

121 Connie Bolick Lee March 14, 2012 at 11:45 am

I like OXO on facebook

122 Sarah H.P. March 14, 2012 at 11:46 am

I love your comparisons for portion size, very clever! Great post!

123 Arlyn March 14, 2012 at 11:47 am

I did tweet about your giveaway here is the link
https://twitter.com/#!/Arlyn531/status/179981610446356480

124 Connie Bolick Lee March 14, 2012 at 11:48 am

I like Cookin’ Canuck on facebook

125 Arlyn March 14, 2012 at 11:51 am

I follow you on Pintrest

126 Frieda March 14, 2012 at 11:52 am

I have followed you faithfully on Twitter for awhile!

127 Frieda March 14, 2012 at 11:54 am

Tweeted! https://twitter.com/friedaluvsbread/statuses/179988575763439617

128 naomi March 14, 2012 at 11:55 am

Portion control is a great way to stay aware of what and how much you are eating! Love this scale.

129 Frieda March 14, 2012 at 11:56 am

I just liked OXO on FB!

130 Frieda March 14, 2012 at 11:56 am

Liked you on FB!

131 Frieda March 14, 2012 at 11:58 am

Shared on FB: http://www.facebook.com/friedalovesbread/posts/177936578989979

132 Frieda March 14, 2012 at 11:59 am

I already follow you on Pinterest … lucky me!

133 Cori March 14, 2012 at 12:05 pm

Great advice and a great giveaway!

134 shar y March 14, 2012 at 12:13 pm

This scale would be awesome. Thank you for this wonderful post reminding us about portion control. I know that is very important!

135 Tricia March 14, 2012 at 12:13 pm

I love OXO tools….I only have their can opener….

136 shar y March 14, 2012 at 12:13 pm

and, i already follow you on FB!

137 Raelene March 14, 2012 at 12:15 pm

I “like” your FB Page!

138 Linda S. March 14, 2012 at 12:15 pm

I think weighing portions would help me with portion control; I tend to binge at night, otherwise.

139 Linda S. March 14, 2012 at 12:15 pm

I follow OXO on twitter: ljskop

140 Christine S March 14, 2012 at 12:17 pm

From one canuck to another I know portion control is the trick to success!!!

141 debbie hulbert March 14, 2012 at 12:22 pm

Followed you on Twitter….have been reading blog and getting in my daily drool – nice to have your insight on portion control as I’m now working on eating healthy – and am following many of your steps.

Biggest help for me is eating a small and balanced meal carb/protein every three hours. Keeps the blood sugar level and allows the body to learn how to use stored fuel!

142 debbie hulbert March 14, 2012 at 12:23 pm

Tweeted on Portion Control @debbiehulbert

143 Sarah L March 14, 2012 at 12:25 pm

These look like great tools!

144 debbie hulbert March 14, 2012 at 12:27 pm

Liked Cookin Canuk on FB!

145 Kristin March 14, 2012 at 12:33 pm

Portion control is my biggest hurdle! I really need to get a scale or become better at eating smaller portions! Great giveaway!

146 Kristin March 14, 2012 at 12:33 pm

I’m following OXO on Twitter!

147 Kristin March 14, 2012 at 12:34 pm

I’m following you on Twitter!!

148 Kristin March 14, 2012 at 12:34 pm

Just left this tweet: https://twitter.com/#!/leighvme/status/179998822259372032

149 Kristin March 14, 2012 at 12:35 pm

I like your Facebook page!!

150 Kristin March 14, 2012 at 12:35 pm

I’m already following some of your boards on Pinterest!

151 Amelia March 14, 2012 at 1:07 pm

Loved this post! Keeping my fingers crossed, hoping to win. Could sure use the measuring cups!

152 Cherie Mistretta March 14, 2012 at 1:14 pm

I would love to win, I think portion control is huge and like you I could eat 4 helpings of good Quinoa anyday.

153 Shana March 14, 2012 at 1:15 pm

I have learned to only take one serving on a salad plate & don’t go back for seconds. That’s my portion control so far. I haven’t started weighing food yet, but I used to cook @ the Senior Center & had to take classes every year, so I did learn something! But knowing & doing are two different beasts!!

154 chantal March 14, 2012 at 1:19 pm

This would be amazing to win, so useful!

155 Shana March 14, 2012 at 1:25 pm

Liked you on face book under shana cummings williams
(e-mail subscriber)

156 Jen Nichols March 14, 2012 at 1:28 pm

Need to learn how to do this the right way–way too easy to guess portion sizes wrong!

157 Jen Nichols March 14, 2012 at 1:29 pm

Following you on Pinterest!

158 Richelle March 14, 2012 at 1:30 pm

Thanks for your post, what a great giveaway!

159 Mirtha March 14, 2012 at 1:37 pm

I have kept a food diary before, per my doctor’s request, and it helped. I will start doing that again, thanks for all the tips.

160 Michelle March 14, 2012 at 2:17 pm

I like OX too. I hope to be able to giveaway their products on my blog too.

161 Anastasia Pazana March 14, 2012 at 2:17 pm

Already following OXO on Twitter.

162 Anastasia Pazana March 14, 2012 at 2:17 pm

Already following Cookin’ Canuck on Twitter.

163 Michelle March 14, 2012 at 2:17 pm

I follow you on twitter.

164 Anastasia Pazana March 14, 2012 at 2:17 pm

Already like OXO on Facebook.

165 Anastasia Pazana March 14, 2012 at 2:18 pm

Already like Cookin’ Canuck on Facebook.

166 Anastasia Pazana March 14, 2012 at 2:18 pm

Already following Cookin’ Canuck on Pinterest.

167 Michelle March 14, 2012 at 2:22 pm

I tweeted the message.

168 Michelle March 14, 2012 at 2:23 pm

I like OXO on facebook.

169 Michelle March 14, 2012 at 2:28 pm

I like you on facebook.

170 Claudia Ellis March 14, 2012 at 2:34 pm

I follow OXO on FB

171 Claudia Ellis March 14, 2012 at 2:34 pm

I follow Cookin’Canuck on FB

172 Claudia Ellis March 14, 2012 at 2:38 pm

I shared this on FB https://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=161514053970049&id=1428640798
I just recently found your site and absolutely love all the healthy tips and recipes you post!!! I need one of those scales to do portion control as well. We’re eating pretty healthy just too much I think.

173 Stephanie March 14, 2012 at 2:40 pm

I love your recipes and hope to win this great prize!

174 Stephanie March 14, 2012 at 2:41 pm

I Liked OXO on Facebook.

175 Stephanie March 14, 2012 at 2:41 pm

I like Cookin Canuck on Facebook.

176 Brenda@SugarFreeMom March 14, 2012 at 2:42 pm

Fabulous post and great ideas! Oh yes I am a BIG believer in portion control!

177 Stephanie March 14, 2012 at 2:42 pm

I follow you on Pinterest also!

178 Maria March 14, 2012 at 3:06 pm

Great giveaway! Kitchen scales are so helpful!

179 Veronica @ Café con Leche March 14, 2012 at 3:19 pm

i like you on fbook!

180 Veronica @ Café con Leche March 14, 2012 at 3:23 pm

i like oxo on fbook!

181 Veronica @ Café con Leche March 14, 2012 at 3:24 pm

i follow you on twitter!

182 Veronica @ Café con Leche March 14, 2012 at 3:25 pm

i follow you on pinterest!

183 Amy March 14, 2012 at 3:30 pm

Great ideas!

184 Katie March 14, 2012 at 4:36 pm

I have recently started measuring my food too, but I do not have a kitchen scale, so I just try to eyeball it, this would be sooo helpful!

185 Katie March 14, 2012 at 4:36 pm

I “like” Cookin’ Canuck on Facebook

186 Katie March 14, 2012 at 4:37 pm

I follow you on twitter

187 CarolynH March 14, 2012 at 4:39 pm

I follow CookinCanuck on Twitter.

188 CarolynH March 14, 2012 at 4:41 pm

I already follow OXO on Twitter. Handle is poohro

189 patti March 14, 2012 at 4:47 pm

I follow you on Facebook and Twitter as well as get an e-mail from you. I joined My Fitness Pal at your suggestion and really like it.

190 Barb P. March 14, 2012 at 4:59 pm

I think the more tools and mind pictures you have in your head, the harder it is to fool yourself on portion control. Thanks!

191 CarolynH March 14, 2012 at 5:01 pm

I shared the giveaway on Facebook. http://bit.ly/xjD8k2
Cookin’ Canuck – Portion Control for Weight Loss & Healthy Living {Giveaway}

192 CarolynH March 14, 2012 at 5:03 pm

I am already following CookinCanuck on Pinterest.

193 CarolynH March 14, 2012 at 5:03 pm

I am already a Facebook fan of OXO.

194 Lisa March 14, 2012 at 5:13 pm

You’re right about the wake up call you get when you start tracking every single thing you put in your mouth on myfitnesspal. No wonder I wasn’t losing weight before. Have thought about buying a scale but haven’t invested yet, so would love to win one!

195 Robin March 14, 2012 at 5:25 pm

Would love to have a kitchen scale!

196 Jessica F March 14, 2012 at 5:44 pm

awesome scale! I need one so I can know exactly how much I’m eating!

197 Jessica F March 14, 2012 at 5:44 pm

following OXO on Twitter @jfong1130

198 Jessica F March 14, 2012 at 5:45 pm

following Cookin’ Canuck on Twitter @jfong1130

199 Jessica F March 14, 2012 at 5:45 pm

tweeted: https://twitter.com/#!/jfong1130/status/180077277357412352

200 Jessica F March 14, 2012 at 5:47 pm

I like OXO on facebook!

201 Jessica F March 14, 2012 at 5:47 pm

I like Cookin’ Canuck on facebook!

202 Kim March 14, 2012 at 5:47 pm

Awesome giveaway. Thank you.

203 CarolynH March 14, 2012 at 5:48 pm

I tweeted about this giveaway. Handle is poohro.

204 Jessica F March 14, 2012 at 5:48 pm

shared on facebook: http://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=348346265207788&id=100003375801046

205 Jessica F March 14, 2012 at 5:50 pm

I’m following Cookin’ Canuck on Pinterest!

206 The Onyx Plate March 14, 2012 at 6:08 pm

I adore OXO!!! I couldn’t live without them!!!

207 Kelli March 14, 2012 at 6:19 pm

I never used to measure how much cereal I was eating for breakfast. Big mistake! Now I use a 1/4 cup so I can mix & match cereals. Every morning can be different.

208 Erin B March 14, 2012 at 6:32 pm

I like you on fb!

209 Erin B March 14, 2012 at 6:35 pm

I follow you on Pinterest

210 Sara{OneTribeGourmet} March 14, 2012 at 6:36 pm

Thank you for such helpful tips..I absolutely believe in portion control and I think I need to buy the scale, seems very efficient!
I already LIKE you on FB!

211 Erin B March 14, 2012 at 6:36 pm

I like OXO on fb

212 Erin B March 14, 2012 at 6:37 pm

Following you on Twitter. eBLUNTillustrtn

213 Esther March 14, 2012 at 7:12 pm

Great giveaway! OXO makes such good sturdy tools.

214 jacquie March 14, 2012 at 8:03 pm

i try very hard to not eat standing up or w/ my fingers or “on the run”. i also have become more aware of “portion” size by noting what a serving size is since it varies so much from one thing to another and measuring things out until i get a feel for it. i also try to minimize pre-processed food as i find that can really pack the calories in w/o one realizing it. plus home cooked tastes so much better anyway

215 jacquie March 14, 2012 at 8:04 pm

i don’t have a facebook account nor know anything about twitter – can i get an extra entry for being an email subscriber?

216 SeattleDee March 14, 2012 at 8:08 pm

Thanks for providing the kickstart I needed to begin MyFitnessPal and make conscious choices about how and what I eat. You are an inspiring role model.

While I can’t face a drink of water after each food bite, I have found that putting my fork down between bites is helpful. Hard to practice, but helpful.

217 gail March 14, 2012 at 8:27 pm

Liked you/oxo/did everything you asked but no twitter for me – anyhow – not sure how to do the date stamp thing – too much – anyhow -enter me – Love your blog & the way i do portion control is to dance/dance/dance.

218 Rene Kratz March 14, 2012 at 9:00 pm

I’ve been dragging my feet on portion control….this is a good reminder.

219 MommaMary March 15, 2012 at 1:13 am

What a great giveaway! Love OXO products. The tips for estimating was very handy to know. Thanks

220 MommaMary March 15, 2012 at 1:14 am

I like OXO on facebook

221 MommaMary March 15, 2012 at 1:14 am

I like the Cookin Canuck on FB

222 MommaMary March 15, 2012 at 1:16 am

I shared on FB https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=www.cookincanuck.com%2F2012%2F03%2Fportion-control-for-weight-loss-healthy-living-giveaway%2F&src=sp

223 MommaMary March 15, 2012 at 1:18 am

I shared this on my FB page https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=www.cookincanuck.com%2F2012%2F03%2Fportion-control-for-weight-loss-healthy-living-giveaway%2F&src=sp

224 MommaMary March 15, 2012 at 1:22 am

https://www.facebook.com/1MommaMary/posts/259894347429845

Sorry, I didn’t know how to show you the link.

225 MommaMary March 15, 2012 at 1:24 am

I follow the Cookin Canuck on Pinterest

226 Linds @ The MuffinTin Post March 15, 2012 at 1:29 am

Best thing about the OXO scale is that it has both metric and English measurement options!

227 Dani H March 15, 2012 at 1:38 am

OXO rocks! & so do you for having the giveaway!

228 Lena H. March 15, 2012 at 6:06 am

What great timing! My scale just died last week! Whenever I buy foods in bulk — or make a batch of quinoa, brown rice, oats, whatever — I measure them out in one-serving containers. That way they are all ready to go when I need them. And the same thing goes with any leftovers — measure them out and then put them right in the freezer.

I love your tip about the water! Even though I always make sure to drink enough water through the day — I often forget it at mealtimes. It seems like a great way to slow down my eating!

229 Lena H. March 15, 2012 at 6:08 am

I follow you on Twitter (@lenaonthebeach)

230 Lena H. March 15, 2012 at 6:08 am

Tweeted! http://bit.ly/wgKvfM

231 Lena H. March 15, 2012 at 6:09 am

And I follow Oxo on Twitter (@lenaonthebeach) — LOVE their products!

232 Lena H. March 15, 2012 at 6:11 am

And now following you on Pinterest!

233 Alison @ Ingredients, Inc. March 15, 2012 at 6:15 am

super great giveaway! Awesome post

234 Dawn March 15, 2012 at 6:53 am

This is such a great giveaway! Thank you for sharing the tips you learned along the way!

235 Dawn March 15, 2012 at 6:53 am

I am following OXO on Twitter.

236 Dawn March 15, 2012 at 6:54 am

I am following Cookin’ Canuck on Twitter! (DaymiaMI)

237 Dawn March 15, 2012 at 6:54 am

I liked ‘Cookin’ Canuck on Facebook.

238 Dawn March 15, 2012 at 6:55 am

I am following ‘Cookin’ Canuck on Pinterest.

239 Marty March 15, 2012 at 7:52 am

Great tips. I agree, a kitchen scale is so important in keeping our serving sizes in check. Once you learn, you can rely on it less, but great to start.

240 Marty March 15, 2012 at 7:53 am

I tweeted about your giveaway.

241 Christina N March 15, 2012 at 8:50 am

Oooh I’ve been wanting a food scale for so
long! This looks like a great one!

242 Erica March 15, 2012 at 11:36 am

The first time I read a post in which you mentioned MyFitnessPal (weeks/months ago), I downloaded and tried it, but ended up deciding that it was too tedious to record all my meals, every day. When you posted again about your weight-loss journey (with the before and afters), you got my attention! I started using the app again and it has helped me lose 5 lbs in 2 weeks. Like you, my portions were out of whack and I was snacking a lot after dinner. The calorie counter helped motivate me to “be good” and cut out needless snacking!

Thanks so much for your bravery and honesty in sharing your success with all of us. Sometimes all that’s needed is a little inspiration to make a change

243 Randa March 15, 2012 at 12:11 pm

The food scale looks Great!!! Also, great tips! Thanks for sharing

244 Katherine Martinelli March 15, 2012 at 12:21 pm

These are really great tips, Dara! It’s something that I’ve realized I need to keep in mind more and more as my metabolism begins to slow. It ain’t what it used to be! I can definitely keep up with my husband in terms of portions, and he’s not only bigger than me but also exercises way more. What should be 4 portions for us is 2. Maybe it’s time for me to break out the scale! I also skip breakfast frequently, which I’ve read is not healthy. It’s better to get your metabolism started.

Great giveaway!

245 Raquelle March 15, 2012 at 1:02 pm

Thanks so much for sharing these tips as well as the giveaway. I’ve been interested in weighing my food especially because, like you, I’m also on a weight loss and health journey and have been changing my eating style. I’d love to enter the giveaway, thank you so much for hosting it!

246 Raquelle March 15, 2012 at 1:03 pm

I follow you on Twitter via @thoughtfuleats

247 Raquelle March 15, 2012 at 1:04 pm

I tweeted your giveaway! https://twitter.com/#!/Thoughtfuleats/status/180368656868450304

248 Raquelle March 15, 2012 at 1:04 pm

I already like you on Facebook!

249 Raquelle March 15, 2012 at 1:04 pm

I follow OXO on Twitter via @thoughtfuleats

250 Melissa Calvin March 15, 2012 at 1:06 pm

I follow OXO on twitter

251 Melissa Calvin March 15, 2012 at 1:06 pm

I follow Cookin Canuck on Twitter

252 Melissa Calvin March 15, 2012 at 1:07 pm

I like OXO on Facebook

253 Melissa Calvin March 15, 2012 at 1:07 pm

I like Cookin Canuck on Facebook

254 Marty March 15, 2012 at 1:19 pm

I am now following you on twitter.

255 Michelle March 15, 2012 at 2:36 pm

I like OXO on twitter.

256 Michele March 15, 2012 at 2:57 pm

it’s incredible how varied a serving of food is !
i too have an issue of shoving food in my face from the bag.. heh.
great tips, thank you so much n-n

257 Michele March 15, 2012 at 2:59 pm

i like oxo on facebook !

258 Michele March 15, 2012 at 3:00 pm

and i’m following oxo on twitter now too n-n

259 Rebekah DeLibro March 15, 2012 at 3:38 pm

I first found you looking up a recipe and read your inspiring story and now I am doing myfitnesspal as well. It is eye opening!!! The recipe I tried was pasta salad with mint, basil and chicken. So yummy!! I have been doing great with my fitness pal however my difficult part of the month is coming up and I can already feel the cravings creeping up on me. I don’t own a scale of any kind in my home but will need to buy a body weight scale soon to track my weight. Thank you for all your helpful tips. I am going to follow you on twitter and Facebook as well!

260 Brigette March 15, 2012 at 5:43 pm

Cool giveaway! Oxo is my favorite as well.

261 Jill Williams March 15, 2012 at 7:41 pm

I have also measured things out to improve my portion control. I do pretty well at breakfast & lunch, but dinner portion control is a work in progress.

262 Elise March 15, 2012 at 9:10 pm

I liked you on Facebook – I also use myfitness pal and have started measuring things, but the scale would be so nice to keep myself entirely honest!

263 Phyllis March 15, 2012 at 10:09 pm

Just started some stretching exercises-portion control will definitely follow!

264 sara March 15, 2012 at 10:41 pm

You’re right on with the portion control. I need a good reminder on that one. What a great giveaway.

265 sara March 15, 2012 at 10:44 pm

tweeted https://twitter.com/#!/SaraMama/status/180514491740590080

266 sara March 15, 2012 at 10:44 pm

follow you on twitter
@saramama

267 sara March 15, 2012 at 10:45 pm

follow OXO twitter
@saramama

268 sara March 15, 2012 at 10:45 pm

follow on pinterest
saramama

269 Alice C. March 16, 2012 at 12:07 am

I follow OXO on twitter (fa11enan9e1)

270 Alice C. March 16, 2012 at 12:08 am

I follow Cookin Canuck on Twitter (fa11enan9e1)

271 Alice C. March 16, 2012 at 12:08 am

I like OXO on Facebook

272 Alice C. March 16, 2012 at 12:09 am

I like Cookin Canuck on Facebook

273 yael March 16, 2012 at 1:47 am

This is so important , since I have always been a “quantity” eater and not a “quality” eater. I am working hard( it’s a constant battle) to learn how to quality and not quantity. Thanks for the post!

274 Virginia March 16, 2012 at 8:57 am

I sooo need a scale for portion control. I follow you through email. You look great!

275 Shoma March 16, 2012 at 10:02 am

Well done on your weight loss, Dara!

276 Sandi Benoit March 16, 2012 at 10:27 am

I never tried portion control, before. (Lord knows, I need to!!) What an incentive to try!!

277 Donna March 16, 2012 at 10:40 am

I’m on the same journey. Quite an eye opening experience, isn’t it! Congratulations on your success and wishing you years of continued success!

278 Donna March 16, 2012 at 10:41 am

I “like” OXO on FB.

279 Donna March 16, 2012 at 10:42 am

I like Cookin’ Canuck on FB.

280 Chris @ TheKeenanCookbook March 16, 2012 at 10:56 am

Portion control is my biggest problem (or going back for seconds). Great tips and great giveaway!

281 Chris @ TheKeenanCookbook March 16, 2012 at 10:56 am

I follow you on twitter!

282 amy warren March 16, 2012 at 10:57 am

these look amazing!

283 sarah March 16, 2012 at 11:10 am

What a wonderful give away. I don’t own a scale so I try to eyeball portions and I am sure I am off considerably. Thanks for the opportunity to win.

284 Terry Gtoss March 16, 2012 at 12:04 pm

I follow OXO and cooking canuck om facebook.

285 MK March 16, 2012 at 12:13 pm

good tips – thanks!

286 MK March 16, 2012 at 12:15 pm

I Follow OXO on Twitter.

287 MK March 16, 2012 at 12:15 pm

I “Like” OXO on Facebook.

288 MK March 16, 2012 at 12:16 pm

mkvegas tweeted

289 Windy March 16, 2012 at 12:52 pm

You are an inspiration! And those are some really helpful tips. I hadn’t thought about several of them. Thank you.

290 Cristen March 16, 2012 at 1:07 pm

already follow oxo on twitter

291 Cristen March 16, 2012 at 1:08 pm

already follow cookin’ canuck on twitter

292 Cristen March 16, 2012 at 1:08 pm

already like oxo on facebook

293 Cristen March 16, 2012 at 1:09 pm

like cookin’ canuck on facebook

294 Cristen March 16, 2012 at 1:10 pm

follow you on pinterest

295 Bernice March 16, 2012 at 1:32 pm

I follow OXO on Twitter.

296 Bernice March 16, 2012 at 1:33 pm

I follow Cookin’ Canuck on Twitter.

297 Bernice March 16, 2012 at 1:34 pm

I tweeted about the giveaway.

298 Bernice March 16, 2012 at 1:34 pm

I liked Cookin’ Canuck on FB

299 Bernice March 16, 2012 at 1:36 pm

I like OXO on FB

300 Bernice March 16, 2012 at 1:36 pm

I followed Cookin’ Canuck on Pinterest.

301 Léa March 16, 2012 at 2:39 pm

Congrats on your achievement !

302 Natalie J Vandenberghe March 16, 2012 at 7:49 pm

I really need new measuring cups! I haven’t been using a scale, so I imagine that would come in handy, also. Thanks for the giveaway!

303 Natalie J Vandenberghe March 16, 2012 at 7:52 pm

@Lexiquin follows @OXO on Twitter

304 Natalie J Vandenberghe March 16, 2012 at 7:52 pm

@Lexiquin follows you on Twitter

305 Natalie J Vandenberghe March 16, 2012 at 7:53 pm

Tweet! https://twitter.com/#!/lexiquin/status/180833686747480064

306 Natalie J Vandenberghe March 16, 2012 at 7:55 pm

I like OXO on Facebook

307 Natalie J Vandenberghe March 16, 2012 at 7:55 pm

I like you on Facebook

308 Natalie J Vandenberghe March 16, 2012 at 8:01 pm

Shared on Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/natalie.j.vandenberghe/posts/193749014062035

309 Natalie J Vandenberghe March 16, 2012 at 8:03 pm

Following on Pinterest

310 Michelle March 16, 2012 at 9:38 pm

Love My Fitness Pal – yet still struggling with portion control…

311 amy marantino March 17, 2012 at 12:58 am

i try to have a veggie course before the main meal, to fill me up with the good stuff so that i eat less of the heavy stuff.

312 Cori March 17, 2012 at 6:09 am

My scale broke a couple of months back, so it’s rough to bake as neatly! But on the portion control side, I realized I was eating around 800-1000 calories of trail mix a night! So THAT’S where my 8-miles of running is going. Awesome.

313 Julia March 17, 2012 at 7:23 am

I absolutely love this post! I’ve been trying to lose a couple pounds and have been really struggling! Being able to weigh my portions would be awesome

314 Julia March 17, 2012 at 7:24 am

Following OXO on twitter

315 Julia March 17, 2012 at 7:24 am

Following you on twitter

316 Julia March 17, 2012 at 7:24 am

I like OXO on facebook

317 Julia March 17, 2012 at 7:25 am

Liked Cookin’ Canuck on fb!

318 Lisa March 17, 2012 at 8:30 am

Portion contol is the hardest thing to do…a scale would help. Thanks for offering!

319 marla March 17, 2012 at 9:29 am

Love all of your tips Dara! I am keen on all of these

320 Julie B. March 17, 2012 at 3:39 pm

Thanks so much for the giveaway! Here is my share link. http://www.facebook.com/OXO?ref=ts&sk=wall#!/permalink.php?story_fbid=352107108160865&id=100001065243325

321 Rebecca March 17, 2012 at 4:17 pm

Portions can be sneaky little things. A sample here and there surprisingly add up quick. I haven’t done so well with it lately. Thanks for the reminder, need to jump back on that bandwagon!

322 Bonny March 17, 2012 at 5:58 pm

Great post and great giveaway. I’ll definitely admit that my eating habits are nowhere near healthy. Thanks!

323 Carolyn March 18, 2012 at 2:05 pm

I could really use a new kitchen scale. The one I have now is just barely holding together.

324 linda sch March 18, 2012 at 3:37 pm

thanks. these type of posts are so encouraging.

325 Natalie Negroni March 18, 2012 at 3:47 pm

the scale would come in hand so much!!

326 TJ March 18, 2012 at 4:15 pm

Oh I would absolutely love this prize!!

327 TJ March 18, 2012 at 4:16 pm

Following you on Twitter

328 TJ March 18, 2012 at 4:16 pm

Following Oxo on Twitter

329 TJ March 18, 2012 at 4:19 pm

Tweeted the giveaway

330 Tenesia March 18, 2012 at 7:21 pm

Im loving the app you recommended! Now, I’m just getting used to everything but so far it truly is one of the best I have downloaded. I love the part where it says “if every day were like today’. Amazing! Can’t wait for your Canadian giveaways

331 Carmen March 18, 2012 at 8:07 pm

I follow @cookincanuck (@cmouse01)

332 Carmen March 18, 2012 at 8:07 pm

https://twitter.com/#!/cmouse01/status/181562511508779009

333 Briana Lopez March 18, 2012 at 10:06 pm

Love your blog! Especially all the healthy recipes. I’m always looking for fast and easy things to make in the morning since its when I have less time

334 Aggie March 19, 2012 at 7:09 am

Portion control is definitely a challenge for me. Especially when it comes to snacking. I have to pull out the portion from the box, close the box and put the box away before I put that first snack in my mouth (I am referring to triscuits here ) I tend to overdo it with anything crunchy and salty!

What a fantastic giveaway Dara!

335 Aggie March 19, 2012 at 7:10 am

I just liked Oxo on Facebook!

336 mark winslade March 19, 2012 at 8:00 am

i liked OXO on FB….

337 mark winslade March 19, 2012 at 8:01 am

and i liked Cookin’ Canuck of FB

338 TWILA March 19, 2012 at 9:01 am

I control portions by weighing…but I don’t have nearly of deluxe of a scale. Would love this to help me continue with my weight loss journey.

339 Aly March 19, 2012 at 9:37 am

Wow, these tools look great!!

340 Lynne March 19, 2012 at 5:41 pm

I have liked OXO on facebook

341 Lynne March 19, 2012 at 5:42 pm

I have liked Cookin Canuck on facebook

342 Melanie March 19, 2012 at 7:46 pm

I would love to win these!

343 Melanie March 19, 2012 at 7:47 pm

I like Cookin Canuck on facebook.

344 Melanie March 19, 2012 at 7:47 pm

I like OXO.

345 MaryAnn D March 20, 2012 at 9:59 am

I liked Cookin’ Canuck on facebook.

346 MaryAnn D March 20, 2012 at 10:01 am

I liked Oxo on facebook.

347 Deanna March 20, 2012 at 12:44 pm

I’m following you on Pinterest.

348 Jen Evison March 20, 2012 at 1:03 pm

I’m also a huge fan of the OXO brand! I only use their storage containers now. I’ve also followed you and OXO on Twitter. Thanks for doing this fun giveaway!

349 Jo Harrington March 20, 2012 at 1:09 pm

You look fab! Congratulations on your weight loss and healthier lifestyle. I have also lost a ton o’weight and know how much better it feels to be the “new” me. All the best to all of us on the giveaway!

350 Brandy Smith March 20, 2012 at 1:13 pm

I like Cookin Canuck on fb

351 Brandy Smith March 20, 2012 at 1:13 pm

I also follow you on pinterest.

352 Brandy Smith March 20, 2012 at 1:14 pm

I like OXO on fb

353 Susan (Oliepants) March 20, 2012 at 1:21 pm

What great tools! I absolutely know a scale would really help me keep account of how much I’m really putting on my plate!

354 Susan (Oliepants) March 20, 2012 at 1:22 pm

I already follow you on Twitter!

355 Christine March 20, 2012 at 1:22 pm

following on twitter

356 Christine March 20, 2012 at 1:23 pm

following OXO on twitter

357 Christine March 20, 2012 at 1:23 pm

tweeted about the giveaway

358 Christine March 20, 2012 at 1:23 pm

liked on facebook

359 Christine March 20, 2012 at 1:24 pm

liked oxo on facebook

360 Christine March 20, 2012 at 1:24 pm

following on pinterest

361 Julie March 20, 2012 at 2:17 pm

I like you on facebook!

362 Julie March 20, 2012 at 2:19 pm

I like OXO on facebook!

363 Ashley March 20, 2012 at 2:22 pm

Thanks so much for these helpful tips!!

364 Julie March 20, 2012 at 2:23 pm

I follow you on pinterest!

365 Ashley March 20, 2012 at 2:23 pm

I follow you on Twitter

366 Ashley March 20, 2012 at 2:24 pm

I follow Oxo on Twitter

367 Ashley March 20, 2012 at 2:24 pm

I follow you on Pinterest.

368 Windy March 20, 2012 at 2:44 pm

I follow you on twitter.

369 Windy March 20, 2012 at 2:44 pm

I Like you on Facebook, too.

370 Windy March 20, 2012 at 2:45 pm

I also follow you on Pinterest. I stalk ya everywhere! hee hee

371 Windy March 20, 2012 at 2:46 pm

I like OXO on Facebook.

372 Windy March 20, 2012 at 2:48 pm

Tweeted: https://twitter.com/#!/windyphillips/status/182206910890643456

373 Linda W March 20, 2012 at 3:16 pm

You have no idea how much this would help me!!

374 Linda W March 20, 2012 at 3:16 pm

I liked Oxo on Facebook – I don’t do the twitter or have my own blog) Thank you for having this giveaway!! Good luck to me!

375 Linda A March 20, 2012 at 3:16 pm

would love to win this!

376 Linda W March 20, 2012 at 3:17 pm

* I liked YOU on Facebook!! Thank you for having this giveaway!! Good luck to me!

377 Kimby March 20, 2012 at 5:00 pm

Dara, I was familiar with your “approximations” list, except a potato the size of a computer mouse. Leave it to you to bring me up to speed with the 20th century! (21st century?!) Thanks for your tips on healthy (and proportional) eating.

378 Cathey March 21, 2012 at 8:13 am

This is the next step that I need to add to my weight loss efforts. Thanks!

379 Jill Z March 22, 2012 at 12:15 pm

I’m a big fan of counting ‘em up – but haven’t made it to the scale stage yet…

380 katie d March 23, 2012 at 12:45 am

Way to go! You look great. I snack at the drop of a hat! So I have to tell myself that I don’t need the “cookie” or whatever it is I fancy. I really can often convince myself that I don’t have to eat snacks because I can eat a whole meal in a few of hours – its not starvation forever – just til dinner’s ready! And if I’m still tempted I try to eat an orange because that takes so much time to peel, then eat, that its closer to my next meal!! Yay! Mind you it doesn’t always work lol

381 Katelyn April 3, 2012 at 9:03 am

I know I’m a little late commenting on this, but thought you might find this interesting. “How External Clues Make Us Overeat” :

http://www.thefreelibrary.com/_/print/PrintArticle.aspx?id=255363001

The article is a transcript of an interview with Brian Wansink, a professor at Cornell who has spent his career studying eating behavior.

382 cookingrookie May 10, 2012 at 2:57 pm

Great post! I absolutely agree with 2,4,5. 1 and 3 would be really difficult for me to achieve . TV is my main entertainment during meals But to look like you do, I guess I have to try …

383 Juise November 26, 2012 at 7:35 pm

Oh wow, these would be wonderful, and definitely help on my journey. Thank you!

384 Amanda December 4, 2012 at 11:38 am

I’ve always considered using measuring cups to portion out my food, but I never considered using a scale until I could ‘eyeball’ correct portions! Genius!