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Method and system for providing dietary information

a technology of dietary information and information system, applied in the field of providing dietary information, can solve the problems of affecting the quality of dietary information, so as to reduce time and costs, and be convenient and reliable

Inactive Publication Date: 2006-03-09
GRANA CLARE
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[0005] The invention satisfies the need and avoids the drawbacks of the prior art by providing an apparatus, method and data structure that set forth an interactive venue for the procurement and analysis of a comprehensive aggregate of information relating to, but not limited to, diet, nutrition, medications, cooking skills, food budget, food preferences, allergies, life stage, and lifestyle. Access to the system of the invention greatly reduces the time and costs associated with the process of identifying specific foods, obtaining and compiling dietary information, analyzing the information, providing dietary advice, and procuring food for an individual, family or institution. As such, the invention provides an easy and reliable tool that combines a user-friendly interface with powerful databases and professional analysis to identify menu options that meet the needs of the user.

Problems solved by technology

Planning nutritious and appealing menus is a daunting and time-consuming task for a physician, nurse or even a master dietitian.
Moreover, individual counseling sessions or traditional group sessions do not allow for menu planning time.
Despite the obvious benefits, it is currently cost prohibitive for many individuals and households to obtain menu guidance.

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[0054] A host, designated A, is planning a meal for a plurality of guests, designated B-G, with the following criteria: B and C do not eat meat or poultry; C is allergic to milk products; D, E, and F are “meat-and-potatoes” people; and A's friend, G. Since it is tomato season, A wants to use tomatoes as a major ingredient in the meal. As A is planning the meal, he remembers: [0055] I once served tomato tart (made from mozzarella cheese, tomatoes, dijon mustard, basil, and pepper, all in a pie crust) as the main dish during the summer when I had vegetarians as guests for dinner. [Event-based system memory.] It was delicious and easy to make. But I can't serve that to C (the one allergic to milk). [Guest interview summary memory.] I have adapted recipes for C before by substituting tofu products for cheese. [Menu / Recipe substitutional memory.] I could do that, but I don't know how good the tomato tart will taste with tofu.

[0056] A decides not to serve tomato tart and continues planni...

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Abstract

An apparatus, method and data structure for procuring, analyzing, and communicating dietary information, particularly information regarding the research, evaluation and selection of dietary products. The system provides a comprehensive combination of dietary information in a format that facilitates analysis, decision-making, and procurement of various dietary products based on factors, including an individual's medical nutritional needs, current medication(s), cooking skills, budgeted food expense, food preferences, food allergies, life stage, and lifestyle.

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BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0001] The invention relates in general to an apparatus, method and data structure for providing dietary information to assist in the research, evaluation, and selection of dietary products, including food, drink, and drugs, based on information provided by system users. [0002] In the past, dietitians and nutritionists prepared personalized menus for individuals. Planning nutritious and appealing menus is a daunting and time-consuming task for a physician, nurse or even a master dietitian. Moreover, individual counseling sessions or traditional group sessions do not allow for menu planning time. Despite the obvious benefits, it is currently cost prohibitive for many individuals and households to obtain menu guidance. Therefore, most individuals or facilities in need of planned menus must plan them manually on their own or with the use of the primitive software or websites that produce template or static menus. [0003] Several patents and articles have been...

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Patent Type & Authority Applications(United States)
IPC IPC(8): G06F17/30G06Q30/02
CPCG06Q30/02Y10S707/966Y10S707/99945
Inventor GRANA, CLARE
Owner GRANA CLARE
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