In cases of people with eating disorders or people who fall on the spectrum of disordered eating behaviors, tracking your food may increase levels of stress and anxiety. While there are some benefits, there are instances where food tracking can be unhelpful or potentially harmful. Who should avoid tracking their calories? There's something about the act of tracking that can help increase consistency and trigger the brain to be more aware of the choices you make. When tracking their food for the first time, many people report increased levels of awareness about food, the ability to be more mindful, and more appropriate portion sizes. Self-monitoring includes tracking calories, stepping on the scale, or keeping logs of some form about diet and exercise habits. Research from the Journal of the American Dietetics Association suggests that any form of self-monitoring, like food tracking, is helpful in maintaining your weight long-term.
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