# Nutrients Canada

> Canadian food nutrient database for iPhone and iPod Touch. (iPhone/iPad app by Benoît Bousquet.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nutrients-canada/id319433472 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Benoît Bousquet](https://appshunter.io/developer/294389263)
- Category: Health & Fitness, Reference
- Price: $2.99
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 17 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.4 · 66 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France)
- Released: 2009-06-17
- Data updated: 2026-08-23
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nutrients-canada/id319433472/reviews.md

## What is Nutrients Canada?

Nutrients Canada brings the Canadian Nutrient File to the iPhone and iPod Touch. 

The application includes the full contents of the database (2015) prepared by Health Canada. 

Health Canada description of the CNF: 
"The Canadian Nutrient File (CNF) is a comprehensive, computerized bilingual database that reports up to 152 nutrients in over 5690 foods. The database can help you find values for nutrients such as vitamins, minerals, protein, energy, fat and many more, and is updated periodically." 

Nutrients Canada displays the contents of the database in a convenient hierarchical fashion and provides a search feature (global or within groups). Clicking on a specific food item will bring up a details page enabling you to obtain actual nutrient contents for common servings or packaging. The actual nutritional information is displayed in a familiar format that mimics the Canadian nutritional value label regulations.

Favorite foods can be bookmarked for quick access while users  owning a compatible device and printer can print out nutritional labels.

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Nutrients Canada was featured in Episode 47 of KinFit (www.kinfit.tv), a fitness podcast.

## Key features

- Canadian Nutrient File database
- Detailed nutrient information
- Searchable food database
- Nutritional label format
- Bookmark favorite foods
- Print nutritional labels

## Recent user reviews (10 of 17)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nutrients-canada/id319433472/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Potassium not listed for all foods

*2022-01-16*

Potassium is not listed for all foods. This app is not useful for a person following a diet for medical reasons (e.g. Renal friendly).

### 5/5 — Brilliant app if you have health issues

*2020-01-11*

I have Stage 4 Kidney Disease and need to control Potassium in my diet, while maintaining a high fibre input. I came across this App from a link in a BC Renal Agency website. The App is comprehensive and gives masses of detail. It has really helped me select appropriate foods.

### 5/5 — More straightforward that any USA apps

*2019-02-13*

so far This appears to be what I’ve been looking for: objective straightforward the facts that are easily accessible. The USDA references are so much more limited, and seem to promote processed foods. sometimes I just want to compare 85 g of raw beets to 85 g of cooked beets. This looks like the app for me. I have found Canadian publicly funded health related references to be more evidence based.

### 1/5 — not useful

*2015-05-29*

This app does not show vitamins, minerals or any other detailed important information.

### 2/5 — Just a database

*2014-09-05*

I hoped that the app recorded calorie intake, but it is just a database of nutrients. Overpriced!!!! I wish i could get a refund.

### 1/5 — Diane

*2014-03-26*

Do not waste your money!!!

### 5/5 — Useful!

*2012-12-30*

I'm in the USA but this is useful. Doesn't crash. Bookmarks is very nice. 

The search could surely work better. If I try two keywords such as skim milk hardly nothing comes up.  Search alone for milk and the list is exhaustive. 

Thanks!

### 2/5 — Not worth the cost...

*2011-07-26*

I don't use this app because the foods are presented in an endless list and there is no search feature. I would LOVE this app if there was a search feature, if brand names were included AND if the ingredients list was included. I am a celiac and I can't find out from this app if the food contains gluten.  Definitely not worth four bucks.

### 3/5 — Très très bien...   Mais!

*2011-05-04*

Enfin une liste de la composition des aliments et leur teneur en micro nutriments assez complète... dans la poche. Il y a longtemps que j'attendais ça merci! Par contre à l'usage c'est moins bien suite aux traductions Françaises... Traduction avec les pieds, le bœuf se trouve sous la rubrique : "produits de bœuf" qui doit découler de beef products de même pour le poids  des produits pour 100 grammes ce serait trop simple! Donc j'en conclus que c'est la traduction de cup ! Si je ne regrette pas c'est pour une raison simple pour l'iPhone... C'est la seule applis aussi complète. Alors ça me dépanne de l'avoir dans la poche mais pourrais mieux faire!

### 5/5 — Full Database with Options

*2011-03-06*

I have been looking for an iPhone version of Nutritional Values of all foods. This program has a huge database, you can change the serving size, and it includes many name brand items. It has several levels of displayed information. You can get very detailed and lengthy lists of every known and measured vitamins and minerals. 

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## Frequently asked questions about Nutrients Canada

### What is Nutrients Canada?

Nutrients Canada is a paid application that provides access to the Canadian Nutrient File (CNF) database on your iPhone or iPod Touch. It allows you to search for over 5690 foods and view detailed nutrient information.

### How much does Nutrients Canada cost?

Nutrients Canada is a paid app priced at $2.99. This one-time purchase grants you access to the full database and features.

### What devices does Nutrients Canada support?

Nutrients Canada is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch devices. It is compatible with iOS devices.

### How often is Nutrients Canada updated?

The application was last updated on September 15, 2019, with version 4.5.2. The database itself is updated periodically by Health Canada.

### Does Nutrients Canada have ads?

No, Nutrients Canada does not contain advertisements. As a paid application, it offers an ad-free experience.

### What kind of nutrient information does Nutrients Canada provide?

Nutrients Canada displays up to 152 nutrients per food item, including vitamins, minerals, protein, energy, and fat. The information is presented in a format that mimics Canadian nutritional value label regulations.

### Can I save foods I look up often in Nutrients Canada?

Yes, you can bookmark favorite foods within Nutrients Canada for quick access. This feature allows you to easily retrieve nutritional information for frequently consumed items.

### Is Nutrients Canada suitable for children?

Nutrients Canada has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users. The app provides factual nutritional data.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.5.2 — 2019-09-15

- minor fixes

### 4.5.1 — 2019-09-13

- dark mode support (iOS 13)

### 4.5 — 2019-08-22

- updated for latest devices and iOS updates

### 4.4 — 2015-05-11

- updated for iOS 8
- updated for iPhone 6 and 6 Plus
- performance improvements

### 4.3 — 2014-06-02

- updated for iOS 7

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