With the new year just passing, a large amount of the population will set out into 2011 with a common goal of eating healthy, losing weight, and/ or going to the gym. How long we stick to this goal is all dependent upon our internal motivation to meet/maintain the goal, our environment, and certain circumstances which may create barriers to our goals. If you're looking to lose weight, a tip to add to your box of tricks may be to keep a food diary. Keeping a journal of snacks and meals may be one of the best methods used by successful dieters. Dr. Christopher J. Mosunic mentions that "keeping a food diary is exercise; it will always help you lose [weight] if you do it consistently." The doctor compared food diary keepers to non-diary keepers and found that those who keep diaries are very successful when compared to those patients who didn't record what they ate. It's thought that dieters who keep a food journal are more successful because they are willing to acknowledge every bit of food they eat. This process clearly shows the patient how many calories they consume each day and can also help identify problematic eating patterns.
Although dieting may seem like a common or harmless task to take on, it is important to consult a physician or dietitian to determine if dieting is necessary for you, and to confirm that your chosen diet does not limit essential nutrients required for maintenance and growth of your body.
Information Source:
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/news/fullstory_107249.html
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