With technology live and at the forefront in today’s world, phone apps have become increasingly popular. In fact, it is estimated there are currently 9 million apps available worldwide! With that many options, it can get overwhelming trying to figure out which apps to reference. Below are a few different options to consider when tracking eating habits and managing symptoms.
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Start Simple with My Plate: Set goals and track progress for consuming all the food groups to encourage eating a balanced plate (*Free, available on Android and Apple products).
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Daily Water Tracker: Create daily goals and set reminders to help keep you on track with staying hydrated (*Free, available on Android and Apple products).
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GI Buddy: Track and monitor your symptoms to review with your provider and other members of your healthcare team. Includes features such as logging your food intake and activity efforts (*Free, available on Android and Apple products).
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Lose It!: Track food intake to help with weight management goals (*Free, available on Android and Apple products).
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Monash: Provides recommendations for low/medium/high FODMAP foods. Also includes recipes and a log to track food intake. (*Only recommended for those who have been prescribed a low FODMAP diet from their provider Cost: $9.00, available on Android and Apple products).
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American Diabetes Association WCIE (What Can I Eat): App that provides education around various topics such as meal planning, dining out, and eating on a budget. (*Free, Available on Apple products).