FAQ from FoodCoach - AI Food Scanner
What exactly is FoodCoach?
FoodCoach is an intelligent food assistant that uses AI to scan, interpret, and evaluate food products against your personalized dietary framework—delivering clarity where labels fall short.
How does the AI scanning technology work?
Our proprietary model combines optical character recognition (OCR), natural language processing (NLP), and a curated database of over 12 million food items and 50,000+ ingredient variants. It reads barcodes *and* interprets ingredient lists, additives, certifications, and manufacturing notes—then maps them to your profile in real time.
Which diets, allergies, and religious requirements does it cover?
FoodCoach supports comprehensive filtering for common and complex needs: peanut/tree nut allergies, lactose intolerance, keto, paleo, Jain, Buddhist vegetarianism, Passover, halal, kosher, low-histamine, sulfite-sensitive, and more—with new profiles added quarterly based on user feedback and global food regulations.
Is there a free version—and what’s included in FoodCoach Pro?
Yes—the core scanning, allergen alerts, and basic dietary matching are completely free. FoodCoach Pro unlocks premium features including batch scanning, offline mode, certified supplier verification, detailed nutrient breakdowns, meal-planning integration, and priority support.