Set a goal to check off all the water intake boxes in the journal. We can’t say it enough: water is key to a healthy lifestyle. Are you happy with it? Do you want to find ways to include more? Use the journal for insight. It’s also good to note your fruit and vegetable intake. There’s a tendency to have selective memory when it comes to sugary treats and other items we’re trying to limit in our diets. Similar to the amount you’re consuming, a food journal also helps clarify what you’re consuming. You’ll be able to see if you’re consistent throughout the week, and make some guesses as to why you might eat healthier or unhealthier on certain days. Often we have a vague idea of how much we ate over the past week, thinking things like, “I didn’t have too much sugar.” But what does that mean? A food journal shows you in black and white the actual amount you are consuming day to day. Or if you’re having more serious health issues, a food journal can serve as a helpful tool to take in and discuss with your physician. Sometimes simply cutting out a certain food or food group can work wonders for your physical, mental, and emotional state. Ever feel sluggish or not quite like yourself after meals? A food journal can help you identify which foods are helping and hurting your body.
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