Synopsis of the App
Using a QR/barcode reader, the CTHRU Nutrition scanner app is designed to simplify the food decision making process.
RDN Score
2 out of 5
Platform and Price
Free. Apple, Android and Web
Pros
Simple and user-friendly navigation.
Filter products based on health concerns, allergies, intolerances and basic ingredient preferences.
Uses allergy and sensitivity information to assist with decision making (smiley faces are used to indicate when a selected product does not contain your preset allergy or health concerns).
Includes a shopping list, coupons and pricing information.
Includes links to current nutrition news.
Available via the website as well.
Easily share finds via social media.
Available in over 40 languages.
Rate food products from poor to excellent and leave comments for the community.
Cons
Limited product database.
Must log in for key features like the CTHRU funnel and daily intake details.
Noted spelling errors.
Noted glitches in saving some preferences.
Some foods are miscategorized. For example, a search for "cocoa" led to "Carolina rice brown rice."
Calorie and other key product information is not available for several products.
Bottom Line
A great idea in theory, the CTHRU Nutrition app has good bones and features. Unfortunately, this version of the app has some technical glitches that impair the user experience.
Marisa Moore, MBA, RDN, LD, is based in Atlanta and specializes in culinary nutrition, communications and consulting. She blogs at marisamoore.com. Follow her on Instagram and Twitter.
