Virtual diet applications are a new and emerging technology that aim to help individuals achieve their dietary goals and improve their health and well-being. These applications use a variety of techniques, such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, and behavior change theories, to provide personalized recommendations, support, and feedback to users. Virtual diet applications can also track food intake, physical activity, and other health-related behaviors, and provide insights and visualizations to help users understand their progress and make informed decisions. With the rise of obesity, diabetes, and other diet-related health issues, virtual diet applications have the potential to be a valuable tool for individuals who are looking to improve their dietary habits and achieve a healthier lifestyle. However, it is important to evaluate the effectiveness, usability, and ethical implications of these applications, and to ensure that they do not perpetuate harmful stereotypes or biases.
The Virtual Dietitian (VD) application is a nutrition knowledge-based system that generates personalized meal plans in accordance with the one-size-does-not-fit-all concept of precision nutrition. A subset of the population that was not involved in its four-part developmental study was gym and fitness enthusiasts despite them being important target users.
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