AI Wants to Count Your Calories

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Created 8/11/2024
Updated 8/11/2024

Researchers in Canada are developing AI technology that analyzes food bite-by-bite to accurately measure calories and nutrients. By recording videos of people eating, the AI assesses portion sizes and eventually aims to identify the exact food type on the utensil. This method could outperform traditional food journals and apps, offering more precise dietary tracking. The technology, still in development, has a 22% error margin but shows promise, especially for aging populations facing malnutrition. A prototype of this tool is expected within the next year.

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