Food Safety & Nutrition
Food Sentinel
Know what's in your food before you eat it. Search the USDA database, scan barcodes, and instantly see if a product contains anything on your avoid list.
About the App
Food Sentinel puts the power of the USDA Food Data Central database in your pocket. Whether you're managing food allergies, following a diet, or just want to know what's in your food — Food Sentinel gives you a clear, instant answer.
Set up your excluded ingredients list once, then search or scan any food product to see a clear SAFE, CONTAINS, or NO DATA badge. No more reading tiny ingredient labels in the grocery store.
Beyond ingredient checking, the app includes full meal planning, a smart shopping list, and recipe search — all filtered against your personal exclusions.
Features
USDA FDC Search
Search millions of foods from the USDA Food Data Central database — branded, foundation, and legacy entries.
Barcode Scanner
Scan a product barcode and instantly pull up its nutritional and ingredient data.
Allergen Management
Set the ingredients you want to avoid. Results are tagged SAFE, CONTAINS, or NO DATA at a glance.
Meal Planning
Plan your meals for the week and generate a shopping list automatically.
Shopping List
Build and manage a smart shopping list synced with your meal plan.
Recipe Search
Find recipes and check them against your allergen exclusions before cooking.
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