A 26-year-old man has found himself in the middle of a heated debate with his 23-year-old girlfriend over food portions. He believes that due to their differences in size and activity levels, it’s reasonable to serve her smaller portions than himself. However, his girlfriend argues that they should have equal portions. This disagreement has led to a conflict that has many people questioning the right approach to portion sizes in relationships.
The Portion Dispute ️
His Reasoning
Not Starving Her
Seeking Opinions
Edit: Clarifying the Situation
Comparing to Age Differences
More Explanation ️
2nd Edit: She Has Enough Food!
His Childhood Experience ️
Avoiding Overeating
Not Controlling Her Diet ♂️
Addressing Mean Comments
The Great Food Portion Debate
A couple’s disagreement over food portions has sparked a heated debate. The boyfriend, who is larger and more active, believes he should serve his girlfriend smaller portions due to their size and activity differences. However, she argues for equal portions. The boyfriend insists he’s not starving her or controlling her diet, but many have weighed in with strong opinions. What’s your take on this food portion dilemma? Share your thoughts and reactions!
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OP’s controlling behavior over girlfriend’s food portions is criticized. YTA.
OP’s need for validation on controlling behavior is a red flag
YTA for controlling girlfriend’s food intake. Make more food instead.
Man gives girlfriend less food and argues about it. Commenters agree: YTA
Don’t control your girlfriend’s food portions, split the food equally.
Gatekeeping food portions? YTA according to commenters
OP is the a**hole for policing girlfriend’s food intake
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Let her make her own plate
Controlling behavior? YTA. Let her make her own choices.
Controlling portions? YTA. But is there enough food?
Commenter calls out OP for seeking validation from strangers.
OP’s condescending attitude towards girlfriend’s hunger
Equal portions are fair. Don’t be a control freak.
Controlling boyfriend accused of giving girlfriend less food
Dating a guy who gives smaller food portions based on gender? YTA.
Gender stereotypes fuel heated discussion.
Size doesn’t matter when it comes to appetite
Commenter calls out OP for not admitting fault
Commenter thinks accused is the a**hole for giving less food
Subtle sexism in serving less food to women?
Assuming girlfriend’s food portion based on size is controlling behavior. YTA
Equal food portions = happy girlfriend
Don’t control her food intake. Let her decide.
Controlling behavior towards girlfriend. YTA, intentions be damned
Splitting food and bills equally? Here’s what you should know
Controlling girlfriend’s food intake? YTA and an abuser.
Weight-shaming or genuine concern?
Don’t police what she eats. Let her decide. YTA
Serving unequal portions? YTA. Serve yourself smaller first portions instead.
Controlling her food intake? YTA. Let her eat freely
Sharing is caring
Don’t control your girlfriend’s food intake. YTA.
Girlfriend needs less food because she doesn’t go to gym? YTA
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Commenter receives harsh criticism for their input
Commenter calls out OP for editing out problematic statement
Don’t starve your girlfriend! YTA
Controlling partner polices girlfriend’s food intake. YTA.
Angry commenter calls out controlling behavior of accused boyfriend.
Controlling someone’s food intake is abusive. YTA.
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Equal portions are key . Don’t starve your partner YTA.
Equal portions for adults too! YTA for controlling her food.
Controlling portion sizes based on weight? YTA. Offer self-serving options
Don’t police her food intake, YTA. Cook enough for both.
Controlling boyfriend accused of giving girlfriend less food
User calls out OP’s ridiculous analogy and demands respect
Is he being unfair with the food portions?
Controlling behavior towards girlfriend’s food preferences is abusive. YTA
Controlling boyfriend restricts girlfriend’s food. YTA
Controlling behavior? YTA. Commenter’s mom eats more than her husband ♀️
Controlling what she eats is abusive. You’re the a**hole.
