portion control

collocation in English

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portion
noun[C]
uk
/ˈpɔː.ʃən/us
/ˈpɔːr.ʃən/
a part or share of ...
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control
noun
uk
/kənˈtrəʊl/us
/kənˈtroʊl/
the act of controlling something or someone, or the power to ...
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(Definition ofportionandcontrolfrom theCambridge English Dictionary© Cambridge University Press)

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Portioncontrolis important for body weight management as the weight is defined by the total calorie intake.
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It has been used as a meal substitute in dieting, because of its calorieportioncontrol.
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To manage symptoms have a balanced diet with properportioncontrol.
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This online game targets 3rd5th graders to teach and change behavior around food choice andportioncontrol.
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In addition, he married his longtime girlfriend and lost over sixty pounds throughportioncontroland exercise.
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Her focus in this book is weight loss throughportioncontroland flavor.
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She also prefers the use of sugar and butter over artificial sweeteners and margarine, though she does emphasizeportioncontrol, proper nutrient balance, and exercise.
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Portioncontrolis eating a healthy balance of amount and types, of varied foods.
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He counts on light exercise andportioncontrolto lose the weight.
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The guidelines also recommendportioncontrolwhile still enjoying food, as well as reductions in sodium and sugar intakes.
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The remainder of the program is based in large part on a combination ofportioncontroland exercise/activity.
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Often, private civilian contractors are responsible for all aspects of food preparation, including training, adherence to recipes, food safety, theft prevention, andportioncontrol.
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Sugar packets are commonly supplied in restaurants and coffee bars in preference to sugar bowls or sugar dispensers for reasons of neatness, spill control, and to some extentportioncontrol.
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The majority of the company, about 90%, is owned by foreign investors with the remaining portion controlled by local interests.
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