dietary log

[/ˈdaɪətɛri lɔg/]
nounpl: dietary logs
diário alimentar
1. A written or digital record of all food and beverages consumed over a specific period, typically used for nutritional tracking, health monitoring, or medical purposes
My nutritionist asked me to keep a dietary log for two weeks to analyze my eating habits.
Minha nutricionista me pediu para manter um diário alimentar por duas semanas para analisar meus hábitos alimentares.
2. A document used in medical or fitness contexts to monitor caloric intake, macronutrients, or specific dietary restrictions
The dietary log helped the patient track which foods triggered their allergic reactions.
O diário alimentar ajudou o paciente a rastrear quais alimentos desencadeavam suas reações alérgicas.
Dietary logs are increasingly common in both Brazilian and American health-conscious cultures. In the USA, they are frequently used in fitness communities and weight loss programs. In Brazil, they are more commonly associated with medical consultations with nutritionists and doctors. Digital dietary log apps have become popular in both countries as alternatives to paper-based logs.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
food diaryfood journalnutrition logeating diarymeal log

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
diário alimentar
Most common term used in healthcare and nutrition contexts
São Paulo
diário de alimentação
Alternative form commonly used in clinical settings
Rio de Janeiro
registro alimentar
More formal variant used in medical contexts
Portugal
diário alimentar
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; also used in Portuguese healthcare

Related Words

nutritioncalorie trackingmeal planninghealth monitoringdietary assessment

Related Idioms & Phrases

keep a dietary log
maintain a food diary
track your intake
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