Many people assume some personal failing when they find it challenging to stick to a healthy diet. What we often forget, however, is that some of the most easily available, affordable foods are made ...

The use of photographic atlases in estimating food portion sizes has emerged as a valuable tool in dietary research and nutritional assessments. These atlases serve as standardised visual references, ...

An Italian study has recently compared the standard portion sizes for different food categories in European countries. The study identifies a wide variation between countries regarding their ...

Whether you're trying to lose weight or simply want to maintain a healthier lifestyle, you probably already know it's important to keep portion control in mind. Sure, eating a plate of vegetables is ...

Young kids (aged 3 to 5) were found to be highly susceptible to overeating when given larger portion sizes, challenging the "self-regulation" theory, in which children are claimed to have a natural ...

A warning has been issued over the right food portions for children. Nutrition experts say parents commonly make two mistakes while feeding their children, which could be fuelling Britain's obesity ...