Q) My New Year’s Resolution goal like many is to lose weight. Is there a simple way I can keep track of what I eat and the calories I consume?
A) Yes! There are many online calorie tracking websites and mobile apps available, my personal favorite is a free website called myfitnesspal.com. It is a comprehensive tracking system that monitors calories, fats, proteins, sodium, sugar, fiber and cholesterol. The site has a very large database, so you shouldn’t have any problem finding the foods you eat; you simply type in the first word and a list pops up. It is very quick, you can even copy a meal from a different date if you eat the same thing. The system also allows you to log your exercise and project your weight loss based on your diet and exercise routines. Overall, it is a very user friendly website that works very well. ~ Sarah Sankey, RN