I read the article with intense interest as well because since starting this position, I've become acutely aware of mindful eating. Keeping a journal is something I've always wanted to do, but my inclinations have been reinforced by the study.
What I'm finding out in my research is that although it's important to keep a list of the basics such as what I ate, when, the portion size and calories, it is equally important to write down the emotions associated with eating. For example, stress, boredom, celebration, etc. For more on keeping a food journal, check out this link.
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I read the article with intense interest as well because since starting this position, I've become acutely aware of mindful eating. Keeping a journal is something I've always wanted to do, but my inclinations have been reinforced by the study.
What I'm finding out in my research is that although it's important to keep a list of the basics such as what I ate, when, the portion size and calories, it is equally important to write down the emotions associated with eating. For example, stress, boredom, celebration, etc. For more on keeping a food journal, check out this link.
https://www.empowher.com/community/blog/scluff/08/02/12/write-out-a-heal...
Does anyone have other ideas on how to keep a food journal?
July 8, 2008 - 2:39pmThis Comment
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