How to Log Food by Describing It in Text or Voice

This article covers how to log food in Nutrify by typing a description or speaking it aloud, a great option when you do not have a photo or want to log quickly.

How to Log by Text

1. Open Nutrify
2. Tap the + button
3. Tap Describe (or the text input field)
4. Type what you ate
5. Tap Analyze
6. Review the nutrition estimate and tap Save

How to Log by Voice

1. Open Nutrify
2. Tap the + button
3. Tap the microphone icon
4. Speak naturally to describe what you ate
5. Review the transcription and tap Analyze
6. Check the estimate and tap Save

Tip: Speak at a normal pace in a quiet environment for the best transcription accuracy.

Writing Effective Descriptions

The more detail you include, the more accurate the estimate. Here is what works best:

Be Specific About Quantity

• "2 scrambled eggs" instead of "eggs"
• "1 cup of brown rice" instead of "rice"
• "3 slices of pepperoni pizza" instead of "pizza"

Include Brand or Restaurant Names

• "Chipotle chicken burrito bowl with white rice, black beans, salsa, and sour cream"
• "2 Oreo cookies"
• "Grande Starbucks mocha with whip"

Mention Cooking Method

• "Pan-fried salmon in butter" vs. "baked salmon"
• "Deep-fried chicken wings" vs. "air-fried chicken wings"

Describe Full Meals at Once

You can describe an entire meal in one entry:

• "Grilled chicken breast about 6 oz, steamed broccoli 1 cup, and half cup of mashed potatoes with gravy"
• "Turkey sandwich on whole wheat with lettuce, tomato, mayo, and a small bag of chips"

The AI will break down each component and provide individual nutrition estimates for each item.

Text vs. Photo: When to Use Which

Text/Voice is best for:

• Foods you have already eaten (no photo available)
• Simple foods like "2 hard-boiled eggs" or "a banana"
• Branded items where the name alone identifies the product
• Drinks and beverages
• Snacks you ate on the go

Photo is best for:

• Complex mixed dishes where a visual gives more information
• Meals where you are unsure of portion sizes
• When you want to combine photo + text context for maximum accuracy

Logging Multiple Items

You can describe multiple foods in a single text entry. The AI is smart enough to separate them:

• "Oatmeal with banana and honey, plus a cup of black coffee"
• "Ham and cheese sandwich, apple, and a bottle of water"

Each item will be identified and estimated separately in your food log.

Common Questions

Can I use slang or casual language?

Yes. The AI understands common food terms and casual descriptions. "A bowl of mac and cheese" works just as well as "macaroni and cheese, approximately 1.5 cups."

What languages are supported?

Nutrify's AI works best with English but can handle food names in many languages, especially for well-known international dishes.

Can I combine voice with a photo?

Yes. Take a photo first, then add a voice or text description as context. This combination gives the AI the most information to work with.

Need More Help?

If you have a question not covered here, the fastest way to reach us is directly inside the Nutrify app:

1. Open Nutrify
2. Go to Settings
3. Tap Help & Feedback
4. Tap Report a Bug or Request a Feature

Our team reads every message. You can also email us at support@nutrifytracker.com.