Public Health: A Nutrition Program By: Victoria Lawton

Goal To improve the nutritional health of

those living in urban areas by providing information in applications displayed on smart phones and equipment worn on the wrist.

What to inform about Proximity to locally grown food sources Nutritional differences of similar

products In season fruits and vegetables Seasonal recipes Nutritional content of meals Meal planning Discounts on healthy foods

Limitations of Urban areas Limited access to

locally grown produce

Many fast food restaurants

Few grocery stores Limited income

Benefits of improving nutrition Energy to perform daily

tasks Healthy weight Protected against

diseases of malnourishment

Cells are able to perform properly

Stronger bones Healthy cholesterol and

blood pressure

Zipongo Free application Available in the app

store Search for discounts

on items by store or product

Allows you to make a custom grocery list

Offers healthy recipes Value: makes healthy

eating more affordable

Thyrve Free application for smart

phones Available in the app store Food tracker Focuses on how you feel

post-meal Separates your meal into

the food groups Indicates which groups

you are deficient in Value: displays your

deficiencies and assesses how you feel post-meal

Locavore Free application Available in the app store Pinpoints local farmers

markets in your area Give ideas on how to

prepare the produce and store produce

Provides a list of seasonal fruits and vegetables

Value: shows availability and accessibility of fresh produce

Fooducate Free application, plus

version is $3.99 Available in the app store Give knowledge about food

labels Identifies positive and

negative aspects of every product

Gives a grade for the product’s “healthiness”

Offers healthier alternatives Value: helps guide shoppers

to pick healthier option in the grocery store

iPod touch- 4th generation Ipod touch: $175 Handheld device used to

run the applications for the program

Cheaper to purchase, can buy older versions that are cheaper

Handheld, portable, and user-friendly

All applications listed are available on apple devices

Value: handheld, allows clients to utilize the applications listed

Buy from: Walmart.com

Conclusion The four applications satisfy all the

needs outlined for urban residents They offer information, incentive and

availability. Free apps= no cost The iPod allows the users to utilize the

free applications detailed iPods are handheld, portable, and easy

to use

Resourceshttp://greatist.com/health/best-health-fitness-apps#