Removing a Meal from Your Diary on the MyFitnessPal Mobile App
There are a couple of ways to delete a logged meal from your food diary on the MyFitnessPal mobile app on both iOS and Android. One method is to swipe left across a food entry in your diary and tap 'Delete'. Another method involves using the 'Edit' function, typically represented by a pencil icon, which allows you to select multiple items for deletion by tapping the trash can icon. This is also useful for clearing entries in an entire meal category.
How to take off a meal on MyFitnessPal's Website
On the MyFitnessPal website, after logging in and navigating to your food diary, you can remove a food entry by clicking the red circular button with a white 'X' located to the right of the entry.
Deleting a Saved Meal, Recipe, or Favorite Food
Deleting saved meals, recipes, or favorite foods is done in a different section than the daily diary. In the mobile app, go to 'More,' then 'Recipes, Meals & Foods' to find the relevant category and delete items from there. On the website, this is managed under the 'Food' tab, specifically in sections like 'My Meals'. For custom foods, you would delete them from the 'My Foods' section. For a more detailed guide on deleting meals, you can consult {Link: Reddit https://www.reddit.com/r/Myfitnesspal/comments/19erptz/deleting_a_meal_from_my_meals_in_myfitnesspal/}.
A Comparison of Deletion Methods
| Feature | Mobile App (Swipe) | Mobile App (Edit) | Website | Saved Meals/Foods |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best For | Quickly removing single items from the daily log. | Deleting multiple items at once from the diary. | Quick deletion of single food entries on a larger screen. | Permanently removing frequently used or pre-saved entries. |
| Location | Diary screen. | Diary screen. | Food Diary page on the website. | 'More' > 'Recipes, Meals & Foods' (app); 'Food' > 'My Meals' (web). |
| Speed | Very fast for single items. | Efficient for bulk deletions. | Fast and straightforward. | Requires navigating to a separate menu, but easy once there. |
| Flexibility | Limited to single items. | Allows selecting multiple items within the diary. | Easy for single items but lacks multi-select on the diary screen. | Affects future logging, not just the current day's log. |
Conclusion: Keeping Your Log Clean and Accurate
With multiple straightforward ways to correct your diary, keeping your nutritional log accurate is simple. Whether you need to quickly remove a food with a swipe on your phone or delete an entire saved meal from the web, MyFitnessPal offers intuitive options for every user. By using these simple steps, you can ensure your daily calorie and macro counts are precise, helping you stay on track with your health and wellness goals without frustration. Don't let a mistake throw off your day's progress—correct it in seconds and move on with confidence.
What to do if you can't take off a meal on MyFitnessPal?
If you are having trouble removing a food item or meal, ensure your app is updated and you have a stable internet connection. Try force-closing and reopening the app, or consult the MyFitnessPal Help Center. Remember that saved items are deleted from a separate menu, not directly from the diary.
How can I edit, not delete, a logged food entry?
To change the quantity or serving size of a logged food, tap on the item in your diary on the mobile app or click it on the website. This opens an edit screen where you can make adjustments.
Is it possible to delete an entire meal category at once?
Yes. Use the "Edit" function in your diary (the pencil icon). Select all items under a specific meal category, then tap the trash can icon.
Can I delete foods from my 'Frequent' or 'Recent' lists?
Yes. On mobile, swipe left on the item in the list and tap delete. On the website, access these lists when adding food, check the item's box, and click "Delete from list". This removes them from the shortcut lists.
What if I want to re-log a similar meal with changes?
Use the "Copy Meal" feature. Log the saved meal to your diary, then edit the individual items within the diary entry. This allows for quick adjustments.
Does deleting a food item affect my daily totals immediately?
Yes, your daily totals for calories and macronutrients update automatically in real-time as you delete or edit entries.
How do I delete a food item I created myself?
Delete custom foods from the "My Foods" section. On the mobile app, go to "More" > "Recipes, Meals & Foods" > "Foods." On the web, go to the "Food" tab > "My Foods." Select and delete your custom food entry from there.
