Upgrade killed the app
Response from developer
There was a minor bug in the upgrade that affected calcium values for foods added to the app by users of previous versions of the app. We identified it and fixed it immediately and the app now works perfectly but you need the update available on the App Store version 3.0.2.
Terrible Update
Response from developer
There was a minor bug in the upgrade that affected calcium values for foods added to the app by users of previous versions of the app. We identified it and fixed it immediately and the app now works perfectly but you need the update available on the App Store version 3.0.2.
What happened
Response from developer
There was a minor bug in the upgrade that affected calcium values for foods added to the app by users of previous versions of the app. We identified it and fixed it immediately and the app now works perfectly but you need the update available on the App Store version 3.0.2.
Calcium values need to be stated in mg not just %
Response from developer
You are seeing percentages because you chose %target rather than mg in the settings for display of quantities. Toggle to mg in settings and you'll get the mg. Meanwhile, we are about to release a major upgrade for all our apps with a new easier-to-use interface, on-screen help files, and the ability to see a lot more detail (including mg and percentage) on screens. All upgrades are free for everyone who has paid the one-off fee for each app or app bundle.
Not easy to use
Response from developer
An inability to add an added food to your daily count suggests it hasn't been saved to the database. Meanwhile, we are about to release a major upgrade for all our apps with a new easier-to-use interface, on-screen help files, and the ability to see a lot more detail on screens. All upgrades are free for everyone who has paid the one-off fee for each app or app bundle.
Agree it’s a bit clunky
Response from developer
The app must know how much your different servings of food (eg slice, cup, portion) weigh to calculate your daily calcium intake in mg. So you need to provide the app with that information when requested. You will then be able to add and then see calcium content per serving (eg slice, cup, portion) rather than per ounce or 100g of your food. The app is consistent and the same process will apply to all foods the first time you add them to the app. Alternatively you can use the app's 400-item database and serving sizes provided, which is very straightforward.
Kilojoules please
Response from developer
This review appears to relate to the calorie counter not the calcium counter.
Calculator did NOT work
AS for, "it worked for you" It didn't for me despite giving it a try on Safari and Chrome.
Last - 16 steps to make the app work - really!
Truly terrible
Response from developer
Cheerios is on the Open Food Facts database, so surprised the scanner came up with 0 data. Please contact us at support@firstlinemedicalcommunications.co.uk and we will help you add Cheerios to the database. Guidance is also provided at the top of the Info tab screen in the "How to use the app" instructions "10. Add food". Once you become familiar with using the app, it becomes very straightforward and quick to log daily intake.
What? No bagels, swiss cheese,etc?
Common foods are missing here! For comparison see a weight watchers food list! Even with its ausralian biasnwhen used in NZ it is far more complete. Granola, corn chips, bagels, sourdough, tortilla or wraps, etc etc
Response from developer
Over 70 new items (including those mentioned by this reviewer) have been added to the app's database for those not using the barcode scanner, so there are now over 400 items color-coded for plants, prebiotics, probiotics, and ultra-processed foods to support a healthy gut microbiome diet. This update (2.11.6), like all updates for the app, is free.
Good tracker
Response from developer
Many thanks for this review Kenny. We truly appreciate and are inspired by comments like yours. We are constantly improving the app as the technologies evolve and, as you highlight, we are very happy to provide support as required.
Very clunky
Response from developer
We would like to make it clear that scanning barcodes will record the food and its calcium content if the barcode is in the international Open Food Facts database. But not all foods have a barcode and in many countries manufacturers do not provide calcium content in the nutrition label — unlike, calories, carb, protein, fiber, fat, calcium content is not required in the label in most countries except the US. The app therefore provides a large curated database for the user to quickly find a best fit using dictation, search or favorites. Alternatively you can add in your own foods to the app's database if they are not in the Open Food Facts barcode database using the data on the packaging — see instructions for use in the "How to use the app section" "7. Record intake" and "9. Add food"
Awful soo
Response from developer
Scanning the barcode will only provide the calcium content if the manufacturer provides calcium content in the nutrition label. The US is the only country that requires manufacturers to do this. This is why we provide a 325+ database of unbranded foods and beverages so that users can find a best fit. We also provide users the opportunity to include their own branded foods in their version of the app's database through the "Add food" tab. We constantly improve the app as new technologies evolve and new information becomes available. Once you have bought the app, you get free upgrades, you are not required to register, your data are not collected, additional payments are not required and there is no advertising.
Pretty poor if you live in the uk
Maybe ok in America but I deleted after less than a day.
Easier to just Google calcium in foods and add up with a calculator frankly. Waste of £2.45
Response from developer
Manufacturers are not required to provide calcium content in the nutrition label in any country except the United States and Canada, so the data will probably not be available using the barcode in the UK. This is why we provide a 325+ database of unbranded foods and beverages so that users in countries other than the United States or Canada can find a best fit, and also an "Add food" tab for users to add in their own foods to the database if they know the calcium content. We constantly improve the app as new technologies evolve and new information becomes available. Once you have bought the app, you get free upgrades, you are not required to register, your data are not collected, additional payments are not required and there is no advertising. We will soon be providing App Previews on the App Store to provide guidance on how to use the Settings tab to set your preferred units for weights (g or ounces) and for amounts of nutrient (in terms of weight or % daily target) per serving and per weight unit, and how to record your intake by dictation, search and favoriting. This guidance is also provided in the "How to use the app" instructions included with the app.
Do not buy would like my money back
Response from developer
We have added in a barcode scanner, but the United States and Canada are the only countries requiring manufacturers to provide calcium content in the Nutrition label, so the data may not be available elsewhere in the world using the barcode. But you can add your own foods to the database. The app must know how much your different servings of food (eg slice, cup, portion) weigh to calculate your daily calcium intake in mg. So you need to provide the app with that information when requested. You will then be able to add and see calcium content per serving (eg slice, cup, portion) rather than per ounce or 100g of your food. The app is consistent and the same process will apply to all foods the first time you add them to the app. Alternatively you can use the app's 400-item database and serving sizes provided, which is very straightforward. Once you have bought the app all updates are free.
Do not buy!
Response from developer
We have added in a barcode scanner, but the United States and Canada are the only countries requiring manufacturers to provide calcium content in the Nutrition label, so the data may not be available elsewhere in the world using the barcode. But you can add your own foods to the database. The app must know how much your different servings of food (eg slice, cup, portion) weigh to calculate your daily calcium intake in mg. So you need to provide the app with that information when requested. You will then be able to add and see calcium content per serving (eg slice, cup, portion) rather than per ounce or 100g of your food. The app is consistent and the same process will apply to all foods the first time you add them to the app. Alternatively you can use the app's 400-item database and serving sizes provided, which is very straightforward. Once you have bought the app all updates are free.
Save your money
Response from developer
We have added in a barcode scanner, but the United States and Canada are the only countries requiring manufacturers to provide calcium content in the Nutrition label, so the data may not be available elsewhere in the world using the barcode. But you can add your own foods to the database. The app must know how much your different servings of food (eg slice, cup, portion) weigh to calculate your daily calcium intake in mg. So you need to provide the app with that information when requested. You will then be able to add and see calcium content per serving (eg slice, cup, portion) rather than per ounce or 100g of your food. The app is consistent and the same process will apply to all foods the first time you add them to the app. Alternatively you can use the app's 400-item database and serving sizes provided, which is very straightforward. Once you have bought the app all updates are free.
Lots of good information
Response from developer
The app has been redesigned using new Apple technologies. This app will set your default daily calcium target as the Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) provided in the US Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2020-2025, which depends on your age and sex. You can change this target at any time. The app also has a barcode scanner, but the United States and Canada are the only countries requiring manufacturers to provide calcium content in the Nutrition label, so the data may not be available elsewhere in the world using the barcode. This is why we also provide a 325+ database of unbranded foods and beverages so that users in countries other than the United States or Canada can find a best fit, and also an "Add food" tab for users to add in their own foods to the database if they know the calcium content. We constantly improve the app as new technologies evolve and new information becomes available. Once you have bought the app, you get free upgrades, you are not required to register, your data are not collected, additional payments are not required and there is no advertising. We will soon be providing App Previews on the App Store to provide guidance on how to use the Settings tab to set your preferred units for weights (g or ounces) and for amounts of nutrient (in terms of weight or % daily target) per serving and per weight unit, and how to record your intake by dictation, search and favoriting. This guidance is also provided in the "How to use the app" instructions included with the app.
Needs more foods added
Response from developer
The app has been redesigned using new Apple technologies and now has a barcode scanner, but the United States and Canada are the only countries requiring manufacturers to provide calcium content in the Nutrition label, so the data may not be available elsewhere in the world using the barcode. This is why we also provide a 325+ database of unbranded foods and beverages so that users in countries other than the United States or Canada can find a best fit, and also an "Add food" tab for users to add in their own foods to the database if they know the calcium content. We constantly improve the app as new technologies evolve and new information becomes available. Once you have bought the app, you get free upgrades, you are not required to register, your data are not collected, additional payments are not required and there is no advertising. We will soon be providing App Previews on the App Store to provide guidance on how to use the Settings tab to set your preferred units for weights (g or ounces) and for amounts of nutrient (in terms of weight or % daily target) per serving and per weight unit, and how to record your intake by dictation, search and favoriting. This guidance is also provided in the "How to use the app" instructions included with the app.
Rubbish
Response from developer
We have added in a barcode scanner, but the United States and Canada are the only countries requiring manufacturers to provide calcium content in the Nutrition label, so the data may not be available elsewhere in the world using the barcode. But you can add your own foods to the database. The app must know how much your different servings of food (eg slice, cup, portion) weigh to calculate your daily calcium intake in mg. So you need to provide the app with that information when requested. You will then be able to add and see calcium content per serving (eg slice, cup, portion) rather than per ounce or 100g of your food. The app is consistent and the same process will apply to all foods the first time you add them to the app. Alternatively you can use the app's 400-item database and serving sizes provided, which is very straightforward. Once you have bought the app all updates are free.
