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Aug 31, 2026

Keto diet shows greater metabolic benefits than Mediterranean or low-fat diets in new clinical trial

A 2026 randomized trial found that a ketogenic diet reduced liver fat by 67% and reversed prediabetes in half of participants, even when weight loss was the same across all three diet groups.

Keto diet shows greater metabolic benefits than Mediterranean or low-fat diets in new clinical trial

A 2026 randomized trial found that a ketogenic diet reduced liver fat by 67% and reversed prediabetes in half of participants, even when weight loss was the same across all three diet groups.

Carbs on food labels: US vs Europe, why the numbers don't match

Total carbs, net carbs, fiber inside or outside, food labels report carbohydrates differently across the world. Here's what that means for your diet and why NutritionCam follows the European convention.

Ultra-processed food: what your food photos reveal about your diet

NOVA classification research shows ultra-processed foods drive overconsumption. Your meal photos may tell the story better than calorie counts.

How to track nutrition on vacation without ruining the trip

Summer travel doesn't have to mean abandoning your nutrition goals. A photo-first approach keeps you aware without obsessing.

Best photo calorie tracker for gym-goers in 2026

Gym training demands precise protein tracking and meal timing. We compare NutritionCam, Cal AI, and Lose It! for fitness-focused users.

Protein timing: does it matter when you eat protein?

The "anabolic window" myth vs. what meta-analyses actually show about protein distribution throughout the day.

How to build a food logging habit that actually lasts

Most people quit tracking within 2 weeks. Behavioral science shows why, and how to design a system that sticks for months.

The portion size illusion: why your eyes lie about food quantity

Plate size, food color, and serving context trick your brain into misjudging portions by 20–50%. Photo tracking bypasses the illusion.

Why macro balance matters more than calorie totals

Protein, fat, and carbs each play distinct metabolic roles. Research shows that macro composition shapes body composition, even at equal calorie intake.

Stress, cortisol, and calorie counting: why hiding the numbers can help

Research links calorie-focused dieting to elevated cortisol. Here is what happens when you remove the number from your food journal.

The best calorie app for the Netherlands in 2026: snap a photo, done

Which calorie tracker suits Dutch eaters? We compare MyFitnessPal, Lose It!, Cal AI and NutritionCam on photo recognition, Dutch language, pricing and free use.

5 Amy Food Journal alternatives (for Android, web, and free-tier fans)

Love the idea of Amy Food Journal but need Android, a web app, or a free plan? These five alternatives cover every gap, including one that tracks meals from a photo.

AI vs. your eyes: why a camera counts calories more honestly than you do

Research shows humans underreport calories by 25–50%, especially when dieting. AI photo analysis removes the bias. Here is what the science says.

Food journaling without seeing calories: tracking for people with food noise

Keep the benefits of a food journal, awareness, patterns, coach support, without a calorie number at every meal.

Photo calorie trackers with a real free tier (2026 edition)

Most AI calorie apps hide everything behind a trial countdown. These photo-first trackers actually let you log meals for free.

Cal AI vs PlateLens vs NutritionCam: which photo calorie tracker wins in 2026?

An honest side-by-side of the three photo-first calorie trackers: pricing, free tiers, and platforms.

Calorie counting 101: a beginner's guide that won't make you quit

What calories are, how many you need, why most people quit within two weeks, and how to build a logging habit that survives real life.