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I heard that there was a plate available for weight loss surgery patients, that shows the correct portion size on the plate for vegis, Protein and carbs.. has anyone heard about this if so where did you get it. :unsure:

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I heard that there was a plate available for weight loss surgery patients, that shows the correct portion size on the plate for vegis, Protein and carbs.. has anyone heard about this if so where did you get it. :unsure:

http://www.ezweightplate.com/ this one has measurement cups in the plate..

There are a lot of different types of Portion Control plates, but I have not found one that list Protein as the "big section". Most label the big section for vegatables. My personal plan is to buy a dainty plate (something pretty, just for me) to use as my portion control plate.

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thats a great idea Day Dreamer...thanks for the link. I just wanted to see what it was all about..:D

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I just bought myself matching small plates, so my husband has "Daddy plate" and I have "Baby plate" - but since they are the same style, I don't feel so different (other people may disagree and find me very different, LOL)

As for portions of the individual food groups, I am still doing the "All the Protein that fits in, and top it off with a little greens and carbs"

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My doctors office gives up a paper that has portions and it give you an idea of what your plate should look like. It's the size of a salad plate, which I eat off of every day now. If you message me, I can email it to you...:)

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I have seen people use, children plates with dividers. Also tupperware has some portioned, microwavable containers. Amazon has great disposable plates. Also you can go have some fun, find a place where you can paint your own pottery, make your own design and divisions, then they burn/glaze it for you. Good luck!

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I have seen people use, children plates with dividers. Also Tupperware has some portioned, microwavable containers. Amazon has great disposable plates. Also you can go have some fun, find a place where you can paint your own pottery, make your own design and divisions, then they burn/glaze it for you. Good luck!

all great ideas thanks so much!! love the pottery idea its cute,

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I ordered one from Amazon.com. But I really just use a lean cusine tray.

I'm sure I will get used to what portion size is correct, hard to imagine what 1 oz of food looks like..lol

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I have trays from my tv dinner meal they are small portin sizes that should work... ( healthy choices meal etc....)

all great ideas ..thanks so much. I read that they actually recommend Healthy Choice as an alternitive minus the carbs..good to know in case Im away from home and in a crunch!

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I went and bought a bunch of very small plates from IKEA for about a buck a piece or some ridiculous small price. They are very pretty, I bought 5 of all different colors... I just keep in mind to eat a portion of Protein the size of a deck of cards. I get a very small amount on non white carbs and a good size portion of veggies. It gets me to near full, and I never really finish the carbs portion either.

Not only that I bought some serving utensils that measure out 1/4 cup, 1/2 cup and 1 full cup. It's really helpful.

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I heard that there was a plate available for weight loss surgery patients, that shows the correct portion size on the plate for vegis, Protein and carbs.. has anyone heard about this if so where did you get it. :unsure:

Kelli,

I just found this link in another thread - http://www.babyearth.com/green-sprouts-warming-plate.html It isa plate for babies that keeps the food warm. This would work for us because it is small, sectioned and keeps the food warm (lord knows the food will go cold in 30 mins). I am ordering mine today!!

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Kelli,

I just found this link in another thread - http://www.babyearth...ming-plate.html It isa plate for babies that keeps the food warm. This would work for us because it is small, sectioned and keeps the food warm (lord knows the food will go cold in 30 mins). I am ordering mine today!!

That is a great idea, you are so right about the food getting cold...Im getting one too..thanks

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