Printable food journal
Record what you eat and how it makes you feel.
Content
Dates
Look
Colour
Processed in your browser. Nothing is uploaded.
How to make a food journal
- 1
Change the title, and add a name or subtitle if you like.
- 2
Pick the start date and how many days to print.
- 3
Pick a colour, and switch on “Fillable PDF” if you want to type into it.
- 4
Download the PDF and print it at 100% scale.
About this food journal
A food journal records not just what you eat but why and how it affects you: the time, the food and portion, how hungry you were before and after, your mood, and any symptoms like bloating or headaches. Dietitians and doctors often ask for one when looking for food intolerances or helping with weight management.
For a simple record of meals and calories, use the meal log instead.
What’s on the page
- A table with columns for Time, Food and drink, Portion, Hunger before, Hunger after, Mood, Symptoms.
- Water: 8 circles to tick, colour or stick on.
- Notes: lined space to write in.
Tips
- Write it down as you eat, not at the end of the day.
- Rate hunger from 1 (starving) to 5 (stuffed).
- Note drinks too, including tea and coffee.
Made to fit, then printed
Everything on this food journal can be changed before you print: the title, the dates, the colour, the paper size and orientation. The page is drawn on your device and nothing is uploaded. Find more printables.
Frequently asked questions
How long should I keep a food journal?
One to two weeks usually reveals patterns. For suspected intolerances, your doctor may ask for longer.
What paper size should I print on?
Choose A4 or US Letter before downloading, and print at 100% or “Actual size”. Portrait and landscape layouts are both available.
Can I print several days at once?
Yes. Pick the start date and how many days you need; each day gets its own page with the right dates, all in one PDF.
Will it print well in black and white?
Yes. The layout uses light fills and clear lines that print cleanly in grey. Choose the “Grey” colour to save colour ink entirely.
Can I fill in the food journal on my phone or tablet?
Yes. Switch on “Fillable PDF” before downloading and the PDF gets typing boxes and tick boxes you can use in most PDF apps. Or print it and use a pen.