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[iPhone] Is ‘LIVESTRONG.COM – Calorie Tracker LITE’ worth your time?

Tucker June 18, 2013 0

mzl.rtpmcdrs.320x480-75I’m not a huge Lance Armstrong fan. But just because Lance’s reputation is not what it once was doesn’t mean that the Livestrong brand is on the decline. I still see it everywhere. For example, when I got tired of the UI and lack of customization options in MyFitnessPal, I [...]

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[iPhone] Indulge your love of food and celebrity chef culture with Chefs Feed

Tucker June 1, 2013 0

mzl.chtfxrmy.320x480-75It’s probably safe to say that we’re experiencing a national fascination with cooking. Between cooking how-to shows, reality cooking competitions, and cooking-focused travel programs, TV fans have never been so obsessed with chefs and chef culture. Chefs like Anthony Bourdain and David Chang have parlayed their cooking abilities into TV [...]

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[iPhone] Get a better understanding of food labels and allergy triggers with the Gluten Free app

Tucker May 18, 2013 0

Screen shot 2013-05-17 at 1.05.58 PMIf you’re anything like me, you have at least a couple of friends in your social circle who are doing the whole “gluten free” thing. Some people do it for health reasons, while others are just trying to cut back on food ingredients that could cause bloating or weight gain. [...]

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[iPhone] Get restaurant recommendations, directions, and reviews with MyPref

Tucker May 17, 2013 0

mzl.brnwrtph.320x480-75There’s one question most people ask themselves (or their significant others) every day: “What should we do for dinner?” For such a simple question, the answer can be really elusive…especially if you’re not having any particular food cravings. Thankfully, there are tons of iPhone apps out there that can help [...]

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[iPhone] Lose weight with Foodiet, a health app that’s more than just a calorie counter

Tucker March 29, 2013 0

mzl.gemkdklv.320x480-75Male or female, most of my friends are trying to lose weight right now, and they’re all using iOS apps to track their dieting progress and daily calorie intake. Apps like SparkPeople and MyFitnessPal are very popular choices. But just because an app is popular, does that mean it is [...]

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[iPhone] Meet Alfred, an iOS “butler” for finding a great place to eat

Tucker March 21, 2013 0

mzl.fyxvtsto.320x480-75My all-time favorite comic book as a kid was Batman. I wanted the cool car, the sweet gadgets, the big mansion, and of course, a butler of my very own. As an adult, I definitely have the sweet gadgets nailed down, but I have yet to score a butler as [...]

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[iOS] Pay with your phone at restaurants and get discounts with LevelUp

Tucker March 10, 2013 0

mzl.fibzduty.320x480-75I have a friend who lives in San Francisco. He’s been regaling me with tales of how the local coffee shops and pizza joints are starting to accept payment in Bitcoins, as well as more “traditional” forms of payment. It just shows how far the alternative payment movement has come. [...]

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[iOS] VegScan takes the guesswork out of shopping vegan… kind of

Tucker March 4, 2013 0

mzl.fnixcirs.320x480-75We are currently living in a world where meat pies don’t necessarily contain any meat, and “beef” burgers might contain horse. In other words, it’s a good time for an app that helps you to analyze the foods you’re about to buy and eat. If you are a vegan or [...]

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[iPhone] Keep your eye on Seafood Watch for vital fish and sushi tips

Tucker November 16, 2012 0

Are you on a seafood-rich diet? Then you need to download Seafood Watch, an iPhone app developed by the Monterey Bay Aquarium. This app helps you to choose the healthiest and most environmentally-friendly seafood dishes when going out to eat, and helps you avoid fish that is high in [...]

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[iPhone] Sushipedia is a handy reference for all things sushi

Tucker November 12, 2012 0

Sushipedia is an iPhone app that features vivid photos and helpful explanations about many different types of sushi. Now you’ll never have to feel confused by the menu when you go out to eat at a sushi restaurant.

What is it and what does it do

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[iPhone] Get ideas for tasty desserts with nutella300 Recipe Photobook Lite

Tucker November 9, 2012 1

nutella300 Recipe Photobook Lite is an unofficial guidebook to all things Nutella. If you want creative ideas about how to put a tub of this European chocolate hazelnut spread to best use, this app has some good ideas.

What is it and what does it do

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