Portion control

Pronunciation: /ˈpɔɹʃən kənˈtɹoʊɫ/

Portion control (noun)

  1. A method of eating by choosing smaller amounts of food, so you do not eat more than you need.
  2. The practice of setting and following specific serving sizes to manage how much energy or nutrients you take in.

Examples

  • Portion control helps you eat smaller meal amounts without feeling deprived.
  • She uses portion control to keep smaller meal amounts on her plate.