article_snippet: The new guidance from NICE suggests keeping a diary of everything you eat to help keep those extra pounds off .
article_snippet: But Health watchdog NICE NICE believes we should be given official guidance to remind those who don’t bother - and that we should keep a daily diary alongside details of meals, snacks and drinks.
article_snippet: Additionally, the watchdog instructs parents to avoid giving children sweets at weekends, the school holidays or even for good behaviour.
article_snippet: Children, and maybe their parents too, will rebel against the advice that sweets should never be offered as treats on any day of the year - but both will welcome the advice long-term.
highlights_snippet: Health watchdog NICE advises keeping a diary of every morsel consumed .
  