Visit a nutritionist and your first assignment will most likely be to start a food log. Doctors often ask patients to keep track for a few weeks to determine issues, and weight loss groups focus on keeping track of your daily intake. Although writing down every meal and snack can seem meticulous and daunting, it can be very beneficial.
If you suffer from any constant problem from heart burn and high blood pressure to muscle cramping and acne, monitoring your food patterns can simply clear up issues. A post I found here gives some great information on starting a food log.
Reviewing your log can bring light to what foods you are leaving out of your diet. It can also be a great way to track your desserts, planning when you can treat yourself instead of doing so randomly. Depending on your needs, your log will most likely differ drastically from anyone else’s. Those looking for a weight management agent will find comfort in the reliability and simplicity of the log, while others who cook for a family may rely on theirs to determine when it’s time to change up dinners.
