A revolutionary plate that counts calories: Meet the SmartPlate, invented by Anthony Ortiz in Philadelphia, USA. Following connected watches, pens, and forks comes the connected plate—SmartPlate. Featuring three compartments, this smart dish uses advanced sensors to identify foods, weigh portions, and calculate calories, empowering you to monitor your diet effectively.
Equipped with small photo sensors, the plate visually recognizes food items and cross-references them with a comprehensive database for precise nutritional analysis. The aim? To help curb cravings and promote mindful eating. While our increasingly connected world raises questions about everyday monitoring, the SmartPlate offers clear benefits grounded in real nutritional science.
Paired with a Wi-Fi-connected smartphone app, it delivers personalized advice tailored to your goals—whether weight loss, maintenance, or performance optimization. Receive notifications to adjust portions or slow down eating. Daily meal tracking supports dieters in staying on course. In France, a 2012 NutriNet-Santé study found nearly 70% of women have dieted at least once, highlighting the potential impact of tools like this. Ultimately, it's a reliable dietary assistant you can follow or adapt as needed.
Amid WHO warnings of obesity as a global epidemic—39% of adults were overweight in 2014—SmartPlate positions itself as a forward-thinking nutrition aid, ideal for athletes on strict regimens too. The creator seeks $100,000 via Kickstarter to produce and launch the prototype, with market availability planned for late 2016. Until then, enjoy your meals freely!
