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3-Day food record: efficacy in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus.

Authors :: Pasquale A
Raffaele D
Gerardo C
Marisa C
Silvestre P
Valentina G
Umberto F
Michele M
Stefano P
Mariarosaria L
Vincenzo G
Source :: Journal of basic and clinical physiology and pharmacology [J Basic Clin Physiol Pharmacol] 2023 Sep 13; Vol. 34 (6), pp. 767-771. Date of Electronic Publication: 2023 Sep 13 (Print Publication: 2023).
Publication Year :: 2023
Abstract: Objectives: This study aimed to assess the efficacy of the 3-day food records in monitoring and enhancing dietary habits among patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus.<br />Methods: A total of 49 patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus were enrolled, with 38 completing the study. Participants were instructed to record their food intake over 3 consecutive days every 2 months. Key anthropometric and glycometabolic parameters, including body weight, abdominal circumference, glycated hemoglobin, and fasting blood sugar, were evaluated at baseline and after 6 months.<br />Results: The introduction of the 3-day food records led to significant improvements in body weight, abdominal circumference, glycated hemoglobin, and fasting blood sugar. Additionally, there was a notable increase in the percentage of patients adhering to the LARN nutritional recommendations, especially concerning the intake of carbohydrates, simple sugars, proteins, fiber, and water. However, adherence to lipid and saturated fat recommendations remained a challenge.<br />Conclusions: The 3-day food records emerges as a valuable tool in the dietary management of patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus. By facilitating real-time monitoring and feedback, it holds promise in enhancing patient adherence to nutritional guidelines, thereby improving key health outcomes.<br /> (© 2023 Walter de Gruyter GmbH, Berlin/Boston.)