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Serve Yourself a Little Less Each Meal
Dish Out 20 Percent Less

By Mark Stibich, Ph.D., About.com

Updated: March 01, 2007

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Put 20 percent less food on your plate than you think you need. Too often we eat until the plate is clear, so putting less on the plate can really save some calories. You likely won't miss 20 percent less and will still feel satisfied. Remember, if you get hungry later, you can always eat more.

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