Portion Distortion Demonstrations

Bagels are low-fat and low-calorie, a good breakfast choice. A bagel portion is about the same size as a hockey puck - or half of a large bagel.

1 Small-to-Medium-sized Bagel:
72 Calories
2 g Fat
3 g Protein
14 g Carbohydrates

One large store-bought muffin contains a lot of fat and calories. Choose a smaller size - about the size of a billiard ball - or make your own at home using a low fat recipe or mix.

1 large blueberry muffin:
385 Calories
9 g Fat
67 g Carbohydrates

One meat portion is about the size of a regular deck of cards. Chicken breasts are low-fat and a good source of protein.

1 four-ounce chicken breast:
(bone/skin-less)
142 Calories
3 g Fat
27 g Protein
0 g Carbohydrates

Potatoes are low-fat and low calorie, but high in carbs. A serving is about the same size as a computer mouse - small enough to fit easily in one hand.

1 medium baked potato, no skin or topping:
145 Calories
0 g Fat
34 g Carbohydrates
3 g Protein