My new food log blog!

[jade*simian]

Hi all,

I created my new blog a little over a week ago, and I deliberately held off asking for feedback from you guys because I wanted to flesh things out first. That is, I wanted get into a rhythm of posting and build up a small number of posts before I asked for anyone's opinions and constructive criticism.

So now, there are a little over a week's worth of posts, and I'd like to ask for feedback.

Here's something I posted in another section of the forum:

"My new blog's aim is to chronicle my calorie intake (and to a lesser extent, my weight loss) in an accessible and useful manner, such that people can read and figure out how to use the info for themselves in an effective way.

My posts list all my meals and snacks, complete with the calorie content of each food item. And just to make sure it's not all food and numbers, I pepper each post with personal anecdotes.

I would like my blog to become a useful tool for anybody who wants to know about the calorie content of various foods, and also perhaps to inspire them by showing them that losing weight is not impossible and does not require any crazy diets. All it takes is perseverance and effort. And most of all, time.

Please let me know what you think. And whether there's anything I can do to improve.

Tummy Grumbles

[frogz_kero]

Hey Jade,

The content of your blog looks pretty good.
But what is your goal other than informing people about your weight loss menus?

Other than that, keep on writing man. That is a key for success in blogging. =)

[Nathan]

I think that your blog is very impressive. Not only is the theme great, but the content is well-laid out, and the key images for breakfast, lunch, snack, and dinner are a nice touch.

This can't be your first blog. It is way too professional for a newbie.

Anyway, great work! I think that your blog has serious potential.

[Mkcoy]

Fantastic blog. Really like the template you are using. Very appropriate for that type of blog. It goes well together. I think you are on to a good thing and it's quite impressive for a weeks worth only. Wish you all the best with it.

[WagerWitch]

Blog layout is nice.

The calorie counters - nice... The explanation of the food - nice.

I would like to see more content - like on your regular blog - which by the way was VERY interesting from TR2N to chafed nipples from badminton (which I play - I have no idea how to score, or rules - but play hardcore on the basic you hit - I hit - don't let it hit the ground, no double hits... Etc. - LOVE IT!)

Anyhow - the food one, perhaps more RECIPES - get the actual recipes so that others, who have NO IDEA what it is that you are eating, can recreate what you are eating.

Take Care!

[bigartblog]

Haha... I love this, especially coming from a males perspective. I thought men counting calories was an oxy moron... So nice to see!! Keep up the great work, I'll definately keep updated with your blog

[jade*simian]

Thanx for all the comments and feedback, guys!

[frogz] I believe I already mentioned my goals. ^_^
[Nathan] Naw, not my first blog. Been blogging since 2002.
[Mkcoy] Thanx for the visit to my other blog!
[WagerWitch] I'll try about the recipes thing; not too easy since I don't usually cook.
[bigartblog] Thanx for the encouragement! Will keep trying to update.

[NoTimeForRecess]

It looks great, and however you manage to change/add more content, it seems like the actual layout will allow you to do so with ease. The Calorie counters are also nice, seeing some recipes might not be a bad idea either, if nothing else, a link to someplace that has a recipe.

[Nathan]

Originally Posted by jade*simian

[Nathan] Naw, not my first blog. Been blogging since 2002.

I didn't think so. Very professional work there. I think that your food/diet blog will be a big success!

[mollk]

I LOVE your blog! its very appealing, easy to read and great concept! I totally book marked you!