Tracking your food intake over 3-5 days allows for valuable insights into your nutrient intake patterns. Here's how it ties into each focus area:
Micronutrient deficiencies or excesses: For example, are you consistently low in vitamins like Vitamin D or minerals like magnesium?
Fiber intake: Fiber is essential for digestive health and regulating blood sugar. Tracking helps you identify whether you're meeting daily recommendations (25-38g per day).
Protein vs. net carbs: Understanding how much protein you're consuming vs. net carbs (carbs minus fiber) is important, especially for weight management, muscle maintenance, and blood sugar control.
I like using Cronometer which provides a detailed breakdown of your food intake, highlighting macronutrients and micronutrients.