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)
Do you follow any specific diet? (Check all that apply)
Other restrictions or notes:
3Food Preferences
Rate your preference for each food category:
Proteins
Vegetables
Grains
Fruits
Dairy
4Cooking & Lifestyle
How would you describe your cooking skill level?
What kitchen equipment do you have? (Check all that apply)
5Additional Notes
Is there anything else you'd like your nutritionist to know about your eating habits, schedule, or preferences?
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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.
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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.