Food Apps Misread Calories by Hundreds | Science News

Those food-tracking apps you rely on? They might be wildly off—underestimating calories by up to 345 in some cases. A new study tested four popular apps against precisely measured meals and found they consistently missed the mark, especially on fats. While they’re slightly better at higher-calorie meals, they’re least accurate on keto-friendly foods. Don’t ditch the apps entirely—use them as a starting point, but pair them with real measurement or mindful eating for the best results. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/679c36cec776a195