People given large servings of food eat more than those given smaller servings, even after they have been taught about the impact of portion size on consumption, research shows. Learning how to engage in mindful -- rather than mindless -- eating also did not decrease food intake by a significant amount in those given large servings. The study highlights the need to find new ways to reduce the effect of portion size.

Source: Impact of portion size on overeating is hard to overcome


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