Diary feedback

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  • Greg3705
    Greg3705 Posts: 122 Member
    I see there is no standard answer. I have decided to go case by case. I would not want to derail someone's efforts. Those that I know want feedback. I am always open to feedback because I am still learning too and want to eat better. thanks everyone for you input
  • twiztc
    twiztc Posts: 135
    I welcome critism but not a scolding like I'm a wayward toddler (there are some die hards on here that can be quite condescending and rude)

    We all know eating healthy is good for us and most prepacked processed foods are not.
    Its like smoking...(yes i am bad) we all know its not good for us but you aint gonna stop me....only i can do that and its the same with food. We dont need telling off but some hints and gentle words of encouragements are most welcome. I have no problem someone looking at my diary and saying, hey trace...whats up you been eating more pizza and pop than usual.
  • 30Purple
    30Purple Posts: 252 Member
    I tell people how it is. I know a lot of people will say "nice job today" if the calorie count was low, even if the food sucked. Not me. I will say "eat more fiber tomorrow!" or something like that. We're here to learn to eat better!

    On that note, I want some fast food now. Thanks a lot! :laugh:
  • JessicaBR0
    JessicaBR0 Posts: 256 Member
    Sorry no comment on your question, but I peeked at your diary and your oatmeal this morning sounds delicious!
  • Fvaisey
    Fvaisey Posts: 5,506 Member
    Me too! Thats why mine is open! I'll add you both :) Drinks is what gets me!

    Ditto!
  • JacksMom12
    JacksMom12 Posts: 1,044 Member
    I drink a **** load of water but don't log it. Some people don't log water so I don't really go by that. Other than that, I only give advice when asked. But also, remember that everyone has different goals. You mentioned 3 servings of fruit a day but some people are insulin resistant and don't eat many carbs for medical reasons, etc. When we are at the end of a pay period, my diary can get a little sketch because I can't afford to go shopping those last days before we get paid. Maybe someone budgeted their calories all week to fit in that big Mac meal. You can't really assess everyone's personal goals and issues based on your own, IMO. Sometimes I have to kindly remind myself that not everyone eats 130 grams of protein a day like me and that's okay haha. If someone's intake sucks on a daily basis and they ASK for advice, I'll give it. Some people need to make baby steps though. You can't go from eating 4000 calories a day to eating super clean, whole foods in a day.... Gotta walk before you run.
  • gatorginger
    gatorginger Posts: 947 Member
    My dairy is open but I'm one of those people who don't like many veggies so giving me advice on that won't help much. I have started eating better since joining mfp by adding fruits and nuts to my daily intake but like I said giving me advice if I don't ask for it isn't gonna help because my taste buds don't like a lot of heathy things. I wouldn't get mad at someone for making a suggestion, if I like it I would consider it, if not oh well.
  • Gramps251
    Gramps251 Posts: 738 Member
    I tend to look through diaries to get ideas but wouldn't make suggestions unless some one asks.

    I keep mine open to public because......why not?
  • Julicat6
    Julicat6 Posts: 231 Member
    I don't mind so much if people comment on mine. I have it open to public, just because I do post a lot on the message boards and think it is only fair. I try not to criticize unless someone is actively asking for feedback. I will comment if a particular day looks really good on a friend's diary. I only make suggestions to people asking for feedback or personal friends where I know what is going on in their daily life. I think everyone has different dietary needs and preferences and they may not be the same as mine.
  • elisa123gal
    elisa123gal Posts: 4,324 Member
    recently closed mine because I found myself worrying what other people thought of my choices. So..I found myself leaving things off my log because of fear of judgment. I also dropped all my friends because most of them always ask.."open your diary" ..

    On the other hand..I'm guilty of judging too. I had one "friend" who stuck to her calorie goals but had chocolate milk for breakfast... a cinnabon for dinner and a candy bar for lunch. It was very hard not to say anything.
  • megz85g
    megz85g Posts: 101 Member
    i don't always log my water as i'm drinking all day and can't be bothered logging on every time i finish a bottle but i know its always at least 4lt+
    sometimes i don;t log all the veg i'm having with my B/L/D as i know that they don't really have that many calories in the small portions i'm having and i don't weigh/measure them anyway so wouldnt know how much to put in.
  • LINIA
    LINIA Posts: 1,159 Member
    The way I see it is we are here to lose weight and most of us to live healthier, so my advice is LEAVE THE COMMENT = ) I do understand when people say they don't feel comfortable critiquing but ya know what? It's tough love, and you're doing them a favor (so long as you're polite about it and the criticism truly is constructive). Maybe they won't like what they read, but you never know it may one day end up being the push that leads them to make healthier changes. I myself am open to any constructive comments and advice, and I don't want someone to baby me or pat me on the back, I want the truth. So I say let's keep it real!

    100% agree with you!!! We are all here because we need help and accountability is so important!
  • heidimaggott78
    heidimaggott78 Posts: 203
    I prefer people making honest comments rather just sticking aa WTG in the comments.

    Lol that being said I usually know when I've had a bad day, but at the same time I like knowing someone will look at my diary and tell me "hey, nice try, but tomorrow maybe try not to have cake for breakfast!"
  • jezcomblue
    jezcomblue Posts: 15
    Happy for people to comment on my diary (as long as they don't tut if i have the odd beer or two!).

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