Food News: 10 Ways To Cut Calories

"Get The Facts: Foods that seem healthy can be surprising sources of calories and fat, so check out the details on the Nutrition Facts panel.
Limit Alcohol: Although it's fat free, alcohol contains about 70 calories per ounce.
Switch To Smaller Plates: Serve yourself on a salad-size plate rather than on a dinner plate to reduce your portion sizes.
Choose Kid Size: When dining out, order child-size portions. For example, a kid-size popcorn at the move theater contains 150 calories, but a large bucket (without butter) can top 1,000 calories.
Serve In Kitchen, Eat In Dining Room: When you bring plates to the table already filled, you won't be tempted to pick from serving bowls and plates of food in front of you."

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