There's a Measuring Cup on the End of Your Arm!
That's right! You've got a measuring cup right there in the the palm of your hand... and a spoon on your finger! Here are some ways you can use your hands to measure portions!
- Fist = 1 cup of fruit or 1 medium whole, raw fruit
- Thumb = 1 ounce of cheese or meat
- Fingertip = Approximately 1 teaspoon
- Tip of Thumb = Approximately 1 tablespoon
- One Cupped Hand = 1 or 2 ounces of dry goods (nuts, cereal, pretzels)
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