DietPhone™

About

About With obesity, diabetes and cardiovascular disease high on the UK’s public health agenda researchers from QMU have developed the DietPhone™. This mobile phone application, which can be downloaded onto any standard smart phone, aims to allow individuals to collect and monitor detailed information about their food intake.   Key Benefits Simple and accurate and non-invasive method for people to maintain a diet diary In addition to providing calorie and fat content, this application can supply the levels of over 200 nutrients including; zinc, iron, selenium, vitamins A and B, contained within the person’s food intake. Reliable method for health practitioners to reduce paperwork and time to evaluate dietary intakes. Efficient streamlined system that will result in a greater volume of patients being monitored.   Applications Innovative technological application enables the exchange of information such as food diaries, results and advice to be sent remotely. Enables more people to be advised on their diet and health conditions at a hospital and primary care level  The DietPhone™ can make a significant contribution to research as it can be employed to gather nutritional intake to study the patterns, causes, and effects of health and disease conditions in defined populations. Both health practice and policy can be developed to encourage a healthier lifestyle across the UK.   IP Status QMU is looking for partners interested in collaboration or licensing for the ongoing development and application of DietPhone™ . DietPhone™ is trademarked to QMU.