fgotr121 11 Posted October 20, 2012 Do you use a food scale? Measuring cups? I want to make sure I have what I need to measure my foods before surgery! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DebInAZ 76 Posted October 20, 2012 I have a digital food scale, it measures in ounces up to 5 pounds. You can put your container on it and zero out that weight then add what ever you want and it will weigh that inside the container..Super neat! I found mine at TJ max but I have seen them at Walmart also. 1 Allsmiles45 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Threetimesacharm 1,400 Posted October 20, 2012 Yes I use both food scale and measuring cups. Food scale: chicken, canned meats, tuna, fish Measuring cups: cottage cheese, soft foods, veggies Measuring spoons: you will also need a good set of these Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ForMyfamily 84 Posted October 20, 2012 Just measuring cups. A 1/4 cup for nuts or egg whites in the mourning, 1/2 for meats, and 1 cup for sauces like chili or Soup. Quick and simple. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gmanbat 5,889 Posted October 20, 2012 I envy you guys that are doing the right thing and measuring. I confess that I have never measured except a visual estimate. My stomach helped me guage my portions REAL quick. Maybe it's a "man thing" or maybe I'm just stupid but it's like asking for directions for me. 1 ForMyfamily reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
COnative 192 Posted October 20, 2012 I envy you guys that are doing the right thing and measuring. I confess that I have never measured except a visual estimate. My stomach helped me guage my portions REAL quick. Maybe it's a "man thing" or maybe I'm just stupid but it's like asking for directions for me. Me too. I just bought smaller plates and bowls and really listen to my body when I am getting full. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
O.T.R. sleever 3,386 Posted October 20, 2012 I envy you guys that are doing the right thing and measuring. I confess that I have never measured except a visual estimate. My stomach helped me guage my portions REAL quick. Maybe it's a "man thing" or maybe I'm just stupid but it's like asking for directions for me. I think your doing fine. You how us guys always overestimate measurements. 1 gmanbat reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ssriley 52 Posted October 20, 2012 I used the little 3 oz paper Dixie cups when in my soft stage. Three oz's was about my limit and helped to train myself on what 3 oz's looked like. It was easy to nuke in the microwave and then just toss when I was done. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fiddleman 4,376 Posted October 20, 2012 I use plastic measuring cups for 1/3 cup or an accurate food scale for 3-4 ounces of Protein. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LindaS 316 Posted October 22, 2012 I use small dishes. I have several bowls that are only 4 ounces. I also have a food scale in order to keep a more accurate calorie count. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites