Main features
These are the main ways to log food in macro.
1. Take Photo — Snap a photo of your meal to estimate calories and macros.
- Take photos from 6–12 inches away.
- Some users weigh food on a scale before photographing.
- Photograph the nutrition facts label when available.
You can also upload a photo if you took one earlier and forgot to log it at the time.
2. Scan — Scan a product's barcode when available.
Note: Some products are new and may not be in the Open Food Facts database yet. You can help add barcodes at ph.openfoodfacts.org/contribute.
3. Describe Meal — Estimate calories without a photo. You can also attach a photo for a more accurate estimate.
- One line per ingredient
- Use valid units (g, oz, ml, cups, pcs)
- Example: 150g rice, 100g chicken breast, 10ml cooking oil
4. Manual Entry — Enter calories and macronutrients yourself when you already know the values.
5. Recent — Find foods from your previously logged meals.
Favorites — Pin meals to the top of your recent meals list.
