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According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, these healthy alternatives can help to round out any meal or dessert.

Here are some healthy alternatives to your favorite foods.  They’ll fit well into your nutritious snack ideas, courtesy of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

Here are some tips for keeping a close eye on your portions while eating at home, courtesy of the Weight-control Information Network.

·      Take the amount of food that is equal to one serving, according to the Nutrition Facts, and eat it off a plate instead of eating straight out of a large box or bag.

·      Avoid eating in front of the TV or while busy with other activities. Pay attention to what you are eating, chew your food well, and fully enjoy the smell and taste of your foods.

·     Eat slowly so your brain can get the message that your stomach is full.

·     Try using smaller dishes, bowls, and glasses. This way, when you fill up your plate or glass, you will be eating and drinking less.

·           To control your intake of the higher-fat, higher-calorie parts of a meal, take seconds of vegetables and salads (watch the toppings) instead of desserts and dishes with heavy sauces.

According to the Weight-control Information Network, here are some good ways to keep your portions in check when you’re on the go.

·     Share your meal, order a half-portion, or order an appetizer as a main meal. Examples of healthier appetizers include tuna or chicken salad, minestrone soup, and tomato or corn salsas.

·     Take at least half of your meal home. Ask for a portion of your meal to be boxed up when it is served so you will not be tempted to eat more than you need.

·     Stop eating when you begin to feel full. Focus on enjoying the setting and your friends or family for the rest of the meal.

·           Avoid large beverages such as “supersize” sugar-sweetened soft drinks. They have a large number of calories. Instead, try drinking water with a slice of lemon. If you want to drink soda, choose a calorie-free beverage or a small sugar-sweetened soft drink.