Nutrition Journal Problem
Learning Objectives
o Identify techniques for making healthy food choices, especially in college
Directions
• Keep a daily journal of everything you eat (including snacks) and drink for one week: Write down the types and amounts of snack foods and beverages you consume between meals each day. Record the time of day and note where you eat/drink each item.
• At the end of the week, review your journal. Do you notice any unhealthy snacks or empty-calorie drinks? Are there any patterns? Are there times of day when you're especially prone to choosing unhealthy snacks/drinks? Are there particular places where you tend to reach for junk food?
• In a short, reflective (400-600 words), describe what you observed about your snacking habits. Identify any habits you'd like to change, and explain why. Describe several strategies you could use to break bad habits and replace unhealthy snacks with healthier ones. Explain why you think these strategies will be effective.
The response must include a reference list. Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.