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Client Food Preference Questionnaire

Gather your clients' dietary preferences, allergies, cooking habits, and lifestyle details with this comprehensive intake form. Print it or go digital with Foodzilla.

1Client Information

2Dietary Restrictions & Allergies

Do you have any food allergies or intolerances? (Check all that apply)

Dairy
Eggs
Gluten
Nuts
Peanuts
Soy
Fish
Shellfish
Sesame
Corn
Wheat
None

Do you follow any specific diet? (Check all that apply)

Vegetarian
Vegan
Pescatarian
Keto
Paleo
Low-FODMAP
Halal
Kosher
Gluten-Free
Dairy-Free
None

Other restrictions or notes:

3Food Preferences

Rate your preference for each food category:

Food
LoveLikeOKDislike

Proteins

Chicken
Beef
Pork
Fish
Tofu
Eggs
Beans/Lentils

Vegetables

Leafy Greens
Broccoli
Peppers
Tomatoes
Onions
Carrots
Mushrooms

Grains

Rice
Pasta
Bread
Oats
Quinoa
Potatoes

Fruits

Berries
Bananas
Apples
Citrus
Tropical Fruits
Dried Fruits

Dairy

Milk
Yogurt
Cheese
Butter
Cream

4Cooking & Lifestyle

How would you describe your cooking skill level?

Beginner — I can follow simple recipes
Intermediate — I'm comfortable in the kitchen
Advanced — I enjoy cooking complex meals
Minimal — I prefer no-cook or quick meals

What kitchen equipment do you have? (Check all that apply)

Oven
Stovetop
Microwave
Blender
Air Fryer
Slow Cooker
Instant Pot
Grill
Food Processor

5Additional Notes

Is there anything else you'd like your nutritionist to know about your eating habits, schedule, or preferences?

Go Digital with Client Intake

Send beautiful, branded intake forms to clients automatically. Responses sync directly to their profile in Foodzilla.

Why Use a Food Preference Questionnaire?

Understanding your client's food preferences is the foundation of effective meal planning. A detailed questionnaire ensures you never prescribe foods they dislike or can't eat, leading to higher compliance and better results.

When clients feel heard and their preferences are respected, they're far more likely to stick with their nutrition plan long-term. This questionnaire covers all the key areas — from allergies and dietary restrictions to cooking skills and lifestyle factors.

What Makes a Good Nutrition Intake Form?

A good intake form balances comprehensiveness with simplicity. It should capture allergies, dietary restrictions, food preferences, cooking ability, and lifestyle factors without overwhelming the client.

The best forms also ask about cooking equipment, time constraints, and budget — practical factors that directly impact whether a client can follow their plan. Our template covers all of these areas in a clean, printable format.

How to Use Client Food Preferences in Meal Planning

Once you've collected your client's preferences, use them as guardrails for meal plan creation. Flag disliked foods as exclusions, prioritize loved foods, and respect all dietary restrictions.

In Foodzilla, client preferences are stored in their profile and automatically applied when generating AI meal plans — ensuring every plan is personalized from the start.

Frequently Asked Questions

For Nutrition Professionals

This questionnaire is designed for dietitians, nutritionists, and health coaches. Use it to streamline your client onboarding process.

  • Streamline client onboarding with a comprehensive intake form
  • Reduce back-and-forth by collecting all preferences upfront
  • Create more personalized meal plans based on real client data
  • Improve client satisfaction and plan adherence

Disclaimer

This questionnaire template is provided for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute medical or nutritional advice. Consult a qualified healthcare professional for personalized guidance.