24-hour recall vs food diary: which to use, when
Recall and diaries answer different practical questions. Choose between them by considering timing, burden, detail and the limits of each record.
Shellel · October 2026 · 8 min readThe Shellel blog
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“2–3 roti, I think”: how to get honest portions from clients
Turn uncertain portion memories into a useful conversation with gentle prompts for roti, dal, rice and mixed meals.
October 2026 · 7 min read
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The 11 pm diary: why recall fails and what a same-time log changes
A late-night reconstruction asks memory to do a lot. Learn how a low-friction, same-time note can support a clearer food conversation.
October 2026 · 7 min read