A Summary of “Portion Size is a Trick” by Ranjani Raman

 

A Summary of “Portion Size is a Trick” by Ranjani Raman

“Portion Size is a Trick” is an essay by Ranjani Raman, first published in The New York Times in 2017. The essay explores the impact of food portion sizes on our eating habits and suggests a simple trick that we can easily achieve our diet goals just by paying attention to the amount of food we consume.

Raman begins by saying that all of us understand the importance of diet plans but are usually confused over which one to follow and which one will really work effectively to reduce weight and remain healthy and fit. She gives a very simple and easy solution. She says that consciously reducing and eating a smaller portion of whatever we eat can do the trick for us which will magically and effectively work to achieve all of our health goals.

Ramana claims that when you control your portion you will be guilt free as well as emotionally satisfied by eating what you like with a controlled mindset. It’s her observation that the larger portions are contributing to a rise in obesity and related health problems.

Raman suggests several strategies for controlling portion size. She advises readers to start with reducing 25% of their overall usual portion. She also suggests tricks like using smaller plates and bowls, taking 2 or 3 short eats of not more than 100 grams of nuts or fruits like things. She also recommends paying attention to hunger cues and eating low calorie fillers like buttermilk, raita or salad.

The essay concludes by emphasizing the importance of taking control of one’s own diet and recognizing the impact of portion size on food consumption. Raman suggests that by being mindful of what and how much we eat, we can get a healthier and balanced diet.