I built a GLP-1 companion mode into my nutrition app to help my family - would love some honest feedback.
Hi everyone,
I’ve always been a bit of a data nerd, so lately, I’ve been talking a lot with family members navigating the ups and downs of being on GLP-1s. I noticed that standard "calorie counters" were actually pretty useless for them - they didn't need help eating less; they needed help making sure they were eating enough of the right things to avoid the fatigue and muscle loss that can kick in.
I decided to build a dedicated GLP-1 companion mode as an addition to my nutrition app ShareMyPlate. I wanted to create something that adapts to their day in real-time rather than just giving them a rigid, static plan.
The two areas I’m focusing on most:
- Hitting "Nutrient Floors": Since the meds handle the appetite suppression, the app focuses on the flip side. It syncs with activity data (HealthKit/Google Fit) and suggests what to eat next to ensure you’re hitting protein and nutrient targets. It’s about fueling the body properly even when the "food noise" is gone.
- The Social Component: Seeing what a friend or family member is eating to hit their goals is way more motivating than looking at a progress bar - it makes the journey feel like a shared experience.
I’m trying to make the data side of this journey feel more human and less like a math equation.
If you’re interested in checking it out and telling me what works (and what doesn't), please drop a comment or shoot me a DM. The goal is to further improve the app to make it as benificial as it can be.