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.
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