Food Journal Template Excel (Simple)

Maintaining a food journal is an effective way to track your daily food intake and monitor your calorie consumption. This Excel Food Journal with Calorie Tracker template is designed to help you log your meals and snacks throughout the day, providing a clear overview of your dietary habits. By using this template, you can easily keep track of the calories you consume, which is essential for managing your weight and achieving your health goals.

Note: The Excel version of this template has automatic calculation on the calories.

Template Structure

The template is in Simple design and it is divided into four main sections: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, and Snacks. Each section has columns for "Food" and "Calories," allowing you to log multiple entries of food items and their corresponding calorie counts. At the bottom of each meal section, there is a row to calculate the total calories for that meal. Additionally, there are overall totals for Breakfast Total, Lunch Total, Dinner Total, and Snacks Total at the bottom of the template. There is also a space at the top left corner to fill in the Date.

Fields & Descriptions

• Date: The date on which the food entries are logged.

Breakfast

• Food: List the food items consumed for breakfast.
• Calories: Record the calorie count for each food item.
• Breakfast Total: Calculate the total calories consumed during breakfast.

Lunch

• Food: List the food items consumed for lunch.
• Calories: Record the calorie count for each food item.
• Lunch Total: Calculate the total calories consumed during lunch.

Dinner

• Food: List the food items consumed for dinner.
• Calories: Record the calorie count for each food item.
• Dinner Total: Calculate the total calories consumed during dinner.

Snacks

• Food: List the food items consumed as snacks.
• Calories: Record the calorie count for each food item.
• Snacks Total: Calculate the total calories consumed during snacks.

Benefits of Using This Template

• Monitor Calorie Intake: Keep track of the calories you consume throughout the day.
• Identify Eating Patterns: Understand your eating habits and make necessary adjustments.
• Achieve Health Goals: Manage your weight and improve your overall health by monitoring your diet.
• Stay Accountable: Maintain a record of your food intake to stay accountable to your dietary goals.

The Food Journal with Calorie Tracker template is a valuable tool for anyone looking to improve their dietary habits and achieve their health goals. By consistently logging your food intake and tracking your calories, you can make informed decisions about your diet and maintain a healthy lifestyle.