Okay, so today I wanna share something kinda cool I’ve been messing around with – portion control. I know, sounds boring, right? But hear me out, it’s all about this “350 gram” thing I’ve been trying, and it’s actually made a difference.
It all started when I realized I was just eating… too much. Like, I’d clear my plate every single time, even if I wasn’t actually hungry anymore. So, I started looking into ways to get a handle on it. That’s when I stumbled upon this idea of aiming for 350 grams per meal.
First thing I did was grab a kitchen scale. Didn’t have one before, always just eyeballed everything. I’m glad I bought one though, it makes things easier. I started weighing everything I was putting on my plate. And I mean everything. Rice, chicken, veggies – the whole shebang.
Here’s how it went down:
- Breakfast: Scrambled eggs (around 150g) + some fruit (like an apple, about 200g). Nailed it!
- Lunch: This was trickier. I usually grab takeout. I went for a salad with grilled chicken. Weighed the chicken and added salad until I hit that 350g mark.
- Dinner: This is where I usually screw up. I tend to overeat at dinner. So, I made pasta with tomato sauce and a bit of ground beef. Measured it out carefully.
At first, it felt kinda weird, like I was depriving myself. But honestly? I felt surprisingly full. And not that gross, stuffed-to-the-gills kind of full. Just… satisfied.
The biggest challenge was definitely eyeballing things when I wasn’t at home. Like, at a restaurant. I tried to estimate the portion sizes as best as I could and then just leave some food on my plate if it seemed like too much. It felt wasteful at first, but I got over it. My body will thank me.
I’ve been doing this for about two weeks now, and I’ve noticed a couple of things. I feel less bloated, I have more energy, and I’ve actually lost a little bit of weight. Not a ton, but enough to notice. I also don’t feel that afternoon slump after lunch as bad. I think it’s because I’m not overeating and then crashing.
Some things I learned along the way:
- It’s easier to stick to the 350g thing if you plan your meals ahead of time. Knowing what you’re going to eat makes it way easier to measure everything out.
- Don’t beat yourself up if you go over sometimes. Life happens. Just get back on track with your next meal.
- It’s not about starving yourself. It’s about being mindful of portion sizes.
Is it a miracle cure? Nah. But it’s a simple way to be more aware of what you’re putting in your body. And for me, that’s been a good thing.
What’s Next?
I’m gonna keep experimenting with this 350 gram thing and see how it goes. Maybe I’ll adjust the target weight depending on the type of food. Like, maybe 400 grams for salads since they’re mostly veggies. I’ll let you know how it goes. Give it a try and tell me what you think!