Knowing what to eat is only half the battle regarding healthy nutrition – you also have to know how much to eat. Over time, food and drink portions have increased in size. The more food served on the plate, the more food we consume, leading to overeating.

With this awareness and a guide to managing portion sizes, we can eat foods healthy and balanced, building a better relationship around what we put into our bodies.

A simple, effective, and proven method is the Hand Portion Method. The idea is that you’re not measuring or weighing your food using technology but instead using your own hand to gauge the size of the portion. Your hands are proportional to your body and go where you go. This makes them the perfect tool to quickly and easily gauge your portion size, even when eating out.

This method is for anyone struggling with food-tracking apps and meal logs. It’s the perfect way to build any meal with a habit-centric approach. To get started, try each step below.