Size does matter

The important thing to remember with portion size is that you have to listen to your body – but not the body that's been created by emotional eating, your actual physical body.

Some portions on recipes are going to be too small or too large for you. Even if there's food left over, that's okay. When you're full, stop eating. Save the leftover food for a snack in 2 hours, or save it for another meal.

If you're eating consciously – paying attention to how the food tastes and smells and feels, chewing each bite thoroughly, and listening to your body's response – you'll know when to stop. As a guide, remember that your stomach is about the size of your fist. How many "fists" are on your plate?