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Control your kid’s portions – Metro US

Control your kid’s portions

If you have a preschooler, don’t go by the serving sizes listed on nutrition labels — they’re designed for adults. Three- and 4-year-olds have smaller tummies and can get overwhelmed by big portions. Start with these serving sizes, but let your child be your guide. A preschooler’s appetite can fluctuate daily, depending on activity level and growth spurts, but you don’t want to serve kids more than they’re really hungry for.

Portions

Bread

You: 1 slice

A preschooler: ½ slice

Cereal

You: 1 cup

A preschooler: ? cup

Pasta

You: ½ cup cooked

A preschooler: ¼ cup cooked

Cooked veggies

You: ½ cup

A preschooler: ¼ cup

Applesauce

You: ½ cup

A preschooler: ¼ cup

Low-fat milk

You: 1 cup

A preschooler: ½ cup

Cheese

You: 1½ ounces

A preschooler: ¾ ounce

Burger

You: 3-ounce patty

A preschooler: 1-ounce patty