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Portion Distortion—Test Your Knowledge

20 years ago, a cheeseburger had about 333 calories.

How many calories does a cheeseburger have today?

A. 590 calories

B. 620 calories

C. 700 calories

Source: NHLBI Portion Distortion Interactive Quiz


20 years ago, a cheeseburger had about 333 calories.

How many calories does a cheeseburger have today?

A. 590 calories

B. 620 calories

C. 700 calories

Correct Answer: A. 590 calories





20 years ago, a 6.5-ounce soft drink had 85

calories. How much does a typical portion of today’s

soft drink have?

A. 200 calories

B. 250 calories

C. 300 calories




20 years ago, a 6.5-ounce soft drink had 85

calories. How much does a typical portion of today’s

soft drink have?

A. 200 calories

B. 250 calories

C. 300 calories

Correct Answer: B. 250 calories

(20 ounces)Source: NHLBI Portion Distortion Interactive Quiz



20 years ago, a 2.4-ounce serving of french fries

had 210 calories. How much does a typical portion

of french fries have today?

A. 590 calories

B. 610 calories

C. 650 calories




20 years ago, a 2.4-ounce serving of french fries

had 210 calories. How much does a typical portion

of french fries have today?

A. 590 calories

B. 610 calories

C. 650 calories

Correct Answer: B. 610 calories

(6.9-ounce portion)Source: NHLBI Portion Distortion Interactive Quiz

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