How Well Can You Spot Serving Sizes?

April 26, 2018 "If you overeat, miss a workout, or gain a pound or two, all hope is not lost. Remember how far you've come! Simply return to your healthy habits and recommit to your plan."— M. Regina Castro, M.D. Healthy Eating How well can you identify serving sizes? Are you making a common mistake that can derail your weight-loss efforts? It's easy to underestimate the number of servings you eat and overestimate your intake of healthier options, such as vegetables. These miscalculations, though unintentional, often lead to consuming more calories than you realize. Test your serving size smarts by answering the following questions — you may learn a few things you don't already know! Take the quiz now » Challenge Yourself 5K training guide for all levels Running 3.1 miles may seem daunting if you're a rookie, but it doesn't need to be. This 5K training schedule, created by Olympian Jeff Galloway, incorporates a mix of running, walking and resting. The combination helps reduce the risk of injury, stress and fatigue, while boosting your enjoyment of physical activity. Get ready to lace up those sneakers! Build endurance with this running plan » Today's Fitness Tip 4 tips to fitting in exercise Getting regular physical activity doesn't have to be a hardship. Build physical activity into your everyday routine with these tips: 1. Work out at home rather than at a club. 2. Choose activities that require minimal facilities and equipment. 3. Make use of cues or prompts to remind you to work out. 4. Choose activities that don't depend on good weather or daylight. ADVERTISEMENT Mayo Clinic does not endorse companies or products. Advertising revenue supports our not-for-profit mission. Advertising & Sponsorship: Policy | Opportunities Ads by Swoop Possible RA? Find A Prescription Treatment For Moderate or Severe RA Psoriasis Treatment Explore a Treatment Option for Moderate to Severe Plaque Psoriasis Relapsed Multiple Myeloma - Updated Treatment Option Info See the Updated Superiority Study Results in this Relapsed MM Treatment Option. Help For Adult Depression Discover A Treatment Option For Major Depressive Disorder Today. Osteoporosis Information Treatment Is Available To Help Manage Postmenopausal Osteoporosis BECOME A MEMBER! The Mayo Clinic Diet on Thursday April 26, 2018. Copyright 2018 Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, 200 First Street SW, Rochester, MN 55905. All rights reserved. | Subject to our terms of service and privacy policy