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A food journal is a log of what you consume each day. It can help you make changes to your diet and lose weight. You can use it to improve your health by tracking what you eat and drink. The diary helps you and your doctor understand your eating habits. Follow the instructions below to get the most out of your food diary. ********************************* Path to improved healthYou should include several pieces of information in your daily food diary. These are: 1.How much: List the amount of the food/drink item. This might be measured in volume (1/2 cup), weight (2 ounces), or the number of items (12 chips). 2. What kind: Write down the type of food/drink. Be as specific as you can. Don't forget to write down extras, such as toppings, sauces, or condiments. For example, butter, ketchup, or sugar. When Keep track of the time of day you eat.Where: Make note of where you eat. If you are at home, write down the room. For instance, at the dining room table, in the kitchen, or on the sofa. If you are out, write down the name of the restaurant or if you are in the car. 3. Who with: If you eat by yourself, write alone. If you are with friends or family members, list them.Activity: In this column, list any activities you do while you eat. You could be working, watching TV, or playing a game.Mood: You also should include how you feel when you eat. Are you happy, sad, or bored? Your mood can relate to your eating habits and help you change them. When keeping a food diary, some basic rules to remember are: 1) everything down. Keep your diary with you all day. Write down everything you eat and drink, no matter how small it seems. Whether it's a piece of candy, a small soda, or a big meal, the calories add up. 2)Do it now. Don't rely on your memory at the end of the day. Record your eating details as you go. 3)Be specific. Record your food exactly how you eat it. If you have fried chicken strips, don't just say chicken. Make sure you also include the extras. 4)This could be gravy on your meat or dressing on your salad.Estimate amounts. If you have a piece of cake, estimate the size (2 x 1 x 2 ). If you have vegetables, record how much you eat (1/4 cup). When you eat meat, a 3-ounce cooked portion is about the size of a deck of cards

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