"As advanced AI models become better at understanding different types of input - such as text, voice, and images - and converting them into nutritional data, fitness apps that let people log their food using these methods have exploded in popularity. We have seen new startups like Alma and Cal AI - along with existing apps like LifeSum, Healthify, MyFitnessPal, and MyNetDiary - either launching new apps or adding new functionality around nutritional tracking."
"Now, strength training app Ladder is throwing its hat into the ring by launching its own calorie-tracking platform called Ladder Nutrition within the main app. Like other trackers, Ladder Nutrition allows you to input your food intake in any way: taking a picture, scanning a barcode, typing it in, or describing the food you had through voice. The app will estimate your macronutrients (proteins, carbohydrates, and fats) based on your input, and you can edit the portion sizes as well."
"The company said it uses a series of AI models for image recognition, ingredient identification, and calculating macros. It noted that by default, most AI food models are trained on U.S.-centric data, which means they may not accurately recognize international cuisines, so it partnered with a nutrition data provider to get accurate data for food from other parts of the world. This approach means that if one model fails to identify a dish or macros, another can step in."
Ladder launched Ladder Nutrition within its main strength-training app to provide calorie and macronutrient tracking alongside workout logs. Users can log food by photo, barcode scan, text entry, or voice description, and can edit portion sizes. The platform uses multiple AI models for image recognition, ingredient identification, and macro calculation, with model fallbacks when one fails. Ladder partnered with a nutrition data provider to address U.S.-centric model biases and improve recognition of international cuisines. Ladder Nutrition includes a protein mode for daily protein tracking and gamification features such as streaks, badges, and reminders to encourage consistent logging. A user survey indicated demand for an integrated nutrition tracker.
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