meal log

[mil lɔg]
nounpl: meal logs
registro de refeições
1. a written or digital record of all meals and food consumed during a specific period, typically used for dietary tracking, health monitoring, or nutritional analysis
She kept a detailed meal log to monitor her calorie intake during her diet.
Ela mantinha um registro detalhado de refeições para monitorar sua ingestão calórica durante a dieta.
2. a document used in medical or fitness contexts to track eating habits and nutritional patterns
The nutritionist asked her patient to maintain a meal log for two weeks.
A nutricionista pediu ao seu paciente que mantivesse um registro de refeições por duas semanas.
Meal logging has become increasingly popular in Brazil as part of health and fitness culture, particularly among individuals pursuing weight loss or managing chronic conditions. It's commonly recommended by nutritionists and doctors during consultations. In the USA, meal logging is integral to fitness and wellness culture, with numerous apps and digital platforms available for this purpose. The practice reflects broader cultural trends toward health consciousness and data-driven personal wellness management in both countries.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
food diaryfood logeating lognutrition logdietary record

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
registro de refeições
most common term used in nutritional and health contexts
General Brazilian
diário alimentar
alternative term frequently used in medical and wellness settings
São Paulo
planilha de refeições
emphasis on digital tracking in urban health-conscious communities
Portugal
registo de refeições
Portuguese spelling variant; 'diário de alimentação' also common

Related Words

calorie trackingfood journalnutritional analysisdietary monitoringhealth tracking

Related Idioms & Phrases

keep a meal log
track your meals
food tracking app
dietary record keeping
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