GlossaryNutrition · Assessment
Food diary
A journal where foods, portions, times, and context are recorded over several days.
Definition and context
A journal where foods, portions, times, and context are recorded over several days. This definition summarizes the main objective of the concept so that any reader can quickly identify how to apply it.
Can be weighed or estimated, on paper or digital. Helps identify patterns of hunger, satiety, and associated behaviors (sleep, stress).
Why is it relevant?
Provides detail for fine-tuning adjustments and educates the patient about their actual habits.
Applied example
How to apply it in Almendra
- Allow the patient to upload records or photos in Almendra; review and comment in the app.
- Automate brief daily reminders to complete the diary.
- Extract findings and share a plan with 2-3 prioritized adjustments.
Key recommendations
- Request 3-5 days including a weekend.
- Simplify: photos or estimated portions if weighing is not feasible.
- Review patterns of hunger, sleep, stress, and activity.
- Reinforce achievements and correct without judgment.
- Use the diary as an educational tool, not a punitive one.
Frequently asked questions
Is it mandatory to weigh foods?
No; use estimates or photos if weighing creates friction, and prioritize consistency.
What should I do if the patient stops recording?
Reduce the frequency, offer simpler templates, or use photos to lower the burden.
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Next step
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