How to Delete Old Entries on MyFitnessPal

Over 200 million users have downloaded the MyFitnessPal app, and many need to know how to delete old entries on MyFitnessPal for better data accuracy. Deleting outdated food logs, exercise routines, or weight entries is a common task, whether to fix a mistake or simply start fresh on your fitness journey. This guide will walk you through the process for different platforms.

Quick Summary

This guide outlines the precise steps for removing historical data, including food, exercise, and weight entries, from your account. It covers the process for mobile app users on iOS and Android as well as those who prefer the web version, offering platform-specific instructions for each log type.

Key Points

• Mobile app swipe method: On the MyFitnessPal mobile app, swipe left on a diary entry to reveal the red 'Delete' button for quick removal.

• Bulk deletion on mobile: Use the pencil icon in the Diary to activate a multi-select mode, allowing you to delete several food or exercise entries at once.

• Web version 'X' button: For web users, individual food or exercise diary entries can be deleted by clicking the red circular 'X' icon next to them.

• Delete old weight entries on web: The most effective way to manage and delete historical weight logs is via the MyFitnessPal website under 'My Home' -> 'Check-In' -> 'Edit Previous Entries'.

• Remove from 'Frequent' list: To remove a food from your quick-add lists, use the swipe-to-delete method within the 'Recent' or 'Frequent' tab of the Add Food screen.

• Manage custom data: Custom foods, recipes, and meals must be deleted from their specific management sections under 'My Meals, Recipes & Foods'.

Why You Might Need to Delete Old MyFitnessPal Entries

Managing your MyFitnessPal data is crucial for an accurate representation of your health and fitness journey. There are several reasons why you might need to clean up your logs:

• Correcting Mistakes: You may have accidentally logged the wrong food, exercise, or quantity on a previous day. A single incorrect entry can throw off your historical calorie or nutrient data, leading to misleading insights.
• Restarting Your Journey: Many users find it helpful to clear their data after a long break from tracking. This provides a clean slate and allows them to set new goals without their old, less relevant information influencing their progress. For example, if you're starting a new diet or training program, historical logs from a different period may not be useful.
• Improving Data Accuracy: Removing outdated entries from your "Recent" or "Frequent" lists can make the food logging process faster and more accurate. This is especially useful if your eating habits have changed dramatically over time. Blacklisting old foods that are no longer part of your diet helps streamline your daily logging process.
• Resetting Progress Data: If you've had a significant weight change since you started, your starting weight may no longer be accurate. Deleting old weight entries and setting a new starting weight gives you a more realistic view of your current progress.

How to Delete Old Food Entries on the Mobile App

Deleting specific food items from your diary on the MyFitnessPal mobile app is straightforward. The process is similar for both iOS and Android users.

1. Open the MyFitnessPal app and navigate to your Diary.
2. Select the date with the entry you want to delete by using the calendar icon or swiping left or right.
3. Locate the specific food item within one of your meal sections (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, etc.).
4. For iOS users: Swipe your finger horizontally from right to left across the food item. A red "Delete" button will appear. Tap it to remove the entry.
5. For Android users: Press and hold your finger on the food item for a few seconds. An option to delete will pop up. Alternatively, you can tap the pencil icon at the top of the diary page, select the items you wish to remove, and then tap the trash can icon.
6. Confirm the deletion if prompted.

Deleting Entries from the 'Recent' or 'Frequent' Lists

This action is different from deleting a diary entry and removes the item from your quick-add lists permanently.

1. Tap the 'Add Food' button under a meal section.
2. Go to the 'Recent' or 'Frequent' tab.
3. Swipe from right to left on the item you want to remove (iOS) or press and hold (Android). Tap 'Delete'.

How to Delete Old Food Entries on the Web Version

If you prefer using the desktop site, the process for removing old entries is slightly different.

1. Log in to your account at myfitnesspal.com.
2. Click the 'Food' tab at the top of the page.
3. Use the calendar to navigate to the specific date you need to edit.
4. Find the food entry you want to remove in your daily log.
5. Click the small circular red button with a white 'X' that appears to the far right of the entry to remove it from your diary.
6. The entry will be deleted immediately without a confirmation prompt.

How to Delete Old Exercise Entries

Whether you've logged cardio or strength training, deleting old exercise entries is just as simple.

Mobile App (iOS and Android)

1. Go to your Diary page in the app.
2. Scroll down to the 'Exercise' section.
3. Find the exercise you want to delete.
4. For iOS users: Swipe the exercise entry to the left and tap the red 'Delete' button.
5. For Android users: Tap the pencil icon at the top of the diary, select the exercise, and tap the trash can icon.

Web Version

1. Log in to myfitnesspal.com and go to the 'Exercise' tab.
2. Navigate to the correct date.
3. Click the circular red button next to the exercise entry you wish to remove.

How to Delete Old Weight Entries

To clear or adjust previous weight entries, you will need to access your progress history.

Web Version

1. On the myfitnesspal.com website, click 'My Home' at the top.
2. Click 'Check-In'.
3. Select 'Edit Previous Entries'.
4. A list of your historical weight entries will appear. You can delete or edit entries from this page.

Mobile App (iOS and Android)

1. Tap the 'More' button (or the menu icon).
2. Go to 'Progress'.
3. Tap on the specific weight entry in the list to reveal an option to edit or delete it.

Comparison Table: Deleting on App vs. Web

Feature	Mobile App (iOS & Android)	Web Version (myfitnesspal.com)
Food Entry Deletion	Swipe left on the entry in the Diary, or use the 'Edit' pencil icon to multi-select and delete.	Click the red circular 'X' icon next to the entry in your Diary.
Exercise Entry Deletion	Swipe left on the entry in the Exercise section, or use the 'Edit' pencil icon.	Click the red circular 'X' icon next to the entry in your Exercise log.
Weight Entry Deletion	Go to 'Progress', select the entry, and choose the delete option.	Go to 'My Home' > 'Check-In' > 'Edit Previous Entries' to manage data.
Bulk Deletion	Possible by using the 'Edit' button to select multiple items at once (specific to food/exercise).	Not available for multiple diary entries on a single day. Must delete one by one.
Deleting Custom Foods/Meals	Navigate to 'Recipes, Meals & Foods' menu to edit or delete custom items.	Go to 'Food' > 'My Foods' or 'My Meals' to manage custom items.

Conclusion: Keeping Your Data Clean

Knowing how to delete old entries on MyFitnessPal is an essential skill for maintaining a tidy and accurate fitness log. Whether you're removing a single food item, an entire workout, or an old weight measurement, both the mobile app and the website provide straightforward methods for data management. Regular data cleaning helps ensure your reports and progress tracking remain relevant to your current health and fitness goals. For the most up-to-date information and support, always check the official MyFitnessPal support pages.

Key Takeaways

• Use swipe gestures on the mobile app: For quick deletion of individual food or exercise entries in the diary, swipe the item to the left and tap 'Delete'.
• Edit or delete multiple items on mobile: Utilize the pencil icon in the Diary to enter an edit mode, allowing for the selection and bulk deletion of multiple entries.
• Web version uses red 'X' button: When using the MyFitnessPal website, find and click the circular red 'X' button next to any diary entry to remove it.
• Manage custom foods and meals separately: To delete items from your saved 'My Foods' or 'My Meals' lists, you must navigate to the specific sections for managing those custom entries.
• Clear old progress entries via website: The most efficient way to remove old weight check-ins is through the web version by going to 'My Home' > 'Check-In' > 'Edit Previous Entries'.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I delete a single food entry from my MyFitnessPal diary?

On the mobile app, swipe left on the specific food entry in your diary and tap the 'Delete' button that appears. On the website, click the red circular 'X' icon next to the food item.

Can I delete multiple food entries at once on MyFitnessPal?

Yes, on the mobile app, tap the 'Edit' (pencil) icon at the top of your Diary. This will enable multi-selection, allowing you to choose and delete multiple food items simultaneously.

How do I delete an old exercise entry on MyFitnessPal?

For exercise entries, the process is the same as for food. In the mobile app's Diary, swipe left on the exercise entry and tap 'Delete'. On the website, click the circular red button next to the exercise.

How can I remove an old food item from my 'Frequent' list?

Go to the 'Add Food' screen, navigate to the 'Frequent' tab, and swipe left on the item you want to remove. A 'Delete' option will appear to permanently remove it from your list.

What is the best way to delete old weight entries?

For clearing old weight data, the web version is recommended. Go to 'My Home' -> 'Check-in' -> 'Edit Previous Entries' to view and delete your historical weigh-ins.

If I delete an entry on the website, does it sync with the app?

Yes, any changes you make, whether on the mobile app or the website, will automatically sync across all your devices once they are connected to the internet.

How do I delete a custom food or recipe I created?

Navigate to the 'My Meals, Recipes & Foods' section in the app's 'More' menu or the 'Food' > 'My Foods' / 'My Recipes' section on the website to manage and delete your custom-made items.