Phrasing that parses reliably
Speak in simple meal chunks: “grilled chicken breast, rice, broccoli, olive oil.” Add quantities when you can (“200g chicken”, “one tablespoon butter”). Brands matter when calories swing a lot—mention them if it helps.
- Good: “two eggs, sourdough toast, butter, black coffee.”
- Better: “two fried eggs, one slice sourdough, one teaspoon butter, black coffee.”
- Useful for restaurants: “chicken burrito bowl, rice, beans, cheese, sour cream, ate about three quarters.”
Corrections beat perfection
If something parses oddly, correct it once. Corrections train your habit more than chasing a perfect first attempt every time.
Voice food logging works best when you treat it like leaving yourself a clear note. Say the food, the amount, and anything that changes calories—oil, dressing, sauce, cheese, alcohol, dessert, or whether you ate half.