Open Food Facts 4.20.1

Scan, Discover & Compare Over 3 Million Food Products

• The application enables users to scan over 3 million products listed within the open and free database, Open Food Facts.
• The app operates as a collaborative platform where users can contribute images and information if a specific product is not listed, providing access to the Nutri-Score and NOVA score for food processing.

In essence, Open Food Facts can be likened to "the Wikipedia of food," a moniker bestowed upon the project by many. Its influence has birthed over 100 related applications like Date Limite, Yuka, or FoodVisor.

To explore more about the volunteer-driven Open Food Facts initiative, visit https://world.openfoodfacts.org/discover.

Make Healthier Food Choices

• The Nutri-Score grade ranges from A to E, reflecting the nutritional quality of products.
• NOVA groups range from 1 to 4 and assist in avoiding ultra-processed foods (Group 4).

Join Our Mission for Food Transparency

• Open Food Facts stands as a collaborative food products database created by and for everyone.
• Not only can users leverage it to make improved food selections, but as an open data resource, it can be utilized for various purposes by anyone.
• You can start contributing today by adding a product from your own refrigerator.
• Open Food Facts is a non-profit endeavor upheld by thousands of global volunteers, offering diverse opportunities for involvement in various projects.

Decode Food Labels with Ease

• Open Food Facts aids in interpreting product labels, shedding light on information such as carbon footprint (CO2 emissions), packaging details, and recycling instructions.
• Users can access details like Nutri-Score, nutrients, fat content, carbohydrates, proteins, allergens, and more.
• The platform also provides information on brands, labels (organic, gluten-free, vegan, etc.), traceability details, and alcohol content for wines and beers.

Backed by Science, Supporting Research

• Open Food Facts relies on peer-reviewed data to provide accurate information without conjecture.
• The Nutri-Score system was developed by an independent French team guided by Professor Hercberg.
• NOVA food processing classifications were crafted by an international team led by Professor Monteiro.
• Additives information is based on EFSA reviews regarding exposure levels to food additives.
• The Open Food Facts community collaborates with global research teams to enhance nutrition research that benefits all.

Access Anywhere, Anytime

• You can add new products even in areas with poor or no internet connectivity.
• The application only loads essential data to minimize data usage and battery consumption.
• If you lack a camera or face technical issues with one, you can manually input barcode details to retrieve product information.

Your food, your data. Privacy-Centric Application

• Your data remains within your control and is not transmitted online at any point.
• You have the option to use the app anonymously if preferred.
• You can export your scan history for personalized use or reference.

Set Allergen Alerts

• If you have allergies like milk, gluten, or nuts, Open Food Facts allows you to pre-screen food items prior to purchase. Note that while helpful for initial screening, accuracy may not always be guaranteed. We recommend verifying against the product packaging.
  

Open Food Facts: More Than An Application

• Accessible on the web at https://world.openfoodfacts.org
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• Email inquiries and feedback to [email protected]