

UX Case Study
UX Case Study
NutriGuide App


Problem Statement
"Users face fragmented tools for logging, tracking, and goal setting, leading to frustration. Most apps prioritize data entry over behavior support, causing fatigue and poor adherence."
Our Process








Discover
Define
Ideate
Design
Business Goals
Establish NutriGuide as a trusted personal nutrition companion powered by smart tracking and AI insights.
Increase user retention and engagement by 40% within 6 months through personalized meal and progress tracking.
Expand into B2B partnerships (e.g., fitness centers, wellness coaches).
Build a scalable ecosystem for future integrations (e.g., wearables, Apple Health, Fitbit).
Monetize via premium subscription plans and data-driven insights for users.
Business Challenges
Competing in a crowded wellness app market dominated by MyFitnessPal, Noom, and Lifesum.
Convincing users to consistently log food and activities.
Ensuring data accuracy and trust in nutrition recommendations.
Maintaining simplicity for casual users while offering depth for enthusiasts.
Managing privacy and compliance (GDPR, HIPAA).

Product User's
Product users are individuals who use a product to
meet their needs or achieve specific goals.
Quantitative Research
Moderate; users might be overwhelmed by information or filters
Observations
52%
21%
Most users are not using filters effectively
3.7%
Low, suggests possible confusion or hesitation
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Indicates users are either finding info quickly or dropping off
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User Need's
A simple, quick way to log and view meals.
Personalized insights based on goals (e.g., lose weight, gain muscle).
Recipe suggestions tailored to preferences or allergies.
Integration with wearable devices for seamless data syncing.
Progress tracking that motivates without overwhelming.
Transparency — clear understanding of nutrition metrics.
Features & Functionalities
To resolve user needs
Smart dashboard Personalized Onboarding: Collects age, gender, weight, height, and goals.d with personalized insights.
Goal Tracking: Calories, macros, steps, water intake.
Food Logging: Manual entry, barcode scanning, and photo recognition (future).
Recipe Library: Curated and user-created recipes with nutritional breakdown.
Smart Recommendations: Suggest meals and portions based on user data.
Progress Dashboard: Visualizes calories, hydration, and activity levels.
Profile Customization: Dietary preferences, allergies, connected devices.
Social/Community (future feature): Share recipes and progress.
Product User Challenges
Time-consuming food logging: Manual entry deters consistency.
Information overload: Too many metrics can overwhelm beginners.
Low motivation: Users often abandon tracking after the novelty fades.
Device fragmentation: Not all wearables sync smoothly.
Goal confusion: Users may not understand how calorie/macro targets are set.
Competitor Analysis
MyFitnessPal
Extensive food database (global coverage)
Features :
Community-driven for accountability
Macro and micro nutrition detail
Lifesum
Beautiful, intuitive interface
Visual diet plans and healthy recipes
Positive reinforcement through color and tone


Yazio
Personalized plans based on goals and habits
Well-structured recipe integration
Easy daily tracking and minimal steps


Noom
Features :
Focuses on behavioral psychology
Coaching-based journey instead of tracking
Narrative-style onboarding




Features :
Features :
Product User Challenges
Predictive AI suggestions based on behavior patterns.
Unified multi-platform experience (mobile, desktop, wearable).
Gamified engagement system to encourage long-term use.
Voice-enabled task management.
Advanced data visualization for insights.
User Persona 1
Goals
Stay organized, manage stress, maintain health habits.


Motivation
Wants effortless, intelligent assistance that adapts to her lifestyle.
Anita Rao
Marketing Manager
About
32
West Bengal
IT
Employee
Frustrations:
Frustrations: Too many apps, notifications overload, inconsistent reminders.
User Persona 2
Goals
Precisely track macros (protein, carbs, fats).
Store and manage custom recipes for clients.
Integrate app data with fitness wearables and gym apps.
Frustrations:
Apps that oversimplify tracking (not enough detail).
Manual entry for recurring meals.
Rina Sharma
Personal Trainer
About
28
Mumbai
MBA
Employee


Motivation
Enjoys progress analytics and goal tracking.
Limited food database accuracy.
Values accuracy, customization, and data visualization.
User Persona 3
Goals
Learn about balanced nutrition.
Plan and cook healthy family meals.
Monitor calorie intake to maintain healthy weight.
Frustrations:
Complicated apps with too many features.
Unclear nutritional data.
Forgetting to track meals consistently.
Priya Sharma
School Teacher
About
32
Pune
Teacher
Employee


Motivation
Wants to model healthy habits for her children.
Prefers visual guidance and recipe inspiration.
Task Mapping
User Task
Goal
Barriers
Opportunities
Log activities
Track daily progress
Auto-track & visualize data
Introduce auto-tracking via sensors or integrations
Receive encouragement
View dashboard
Stay motivated
Access insights
Gamified progress notifications
Personalized analytics view
Gamify progress (badges, streaks)
Simplify setup with templates
Empathy Mapping
Says
Thinks
Feels
Does
“I want all my health info in one place.”
“Will my personal data be protected?”
“I need reminders for my medicine and appointments.”
“What en“Why is this so complicated to use?”gine capacity mean?”
“Can I trust that my records are safe here?”
“Sharing records with my doctor should be straightforward.”
“I hope I won’t miss a medical checkup or vaccination.”
“It would be great if I could manage my family’s health in one app.”
“Frustrated by confusing interfaces or slow apps.”
“Relieved when health info is easily available during emergencies.”
“Empowered when able to manage and track health proactively.”
“Uploads health reports for self and family.”
“Frequently checks app during emergencies or before doctor visits.”
“Sets reminders for medications and appointments.”
“Shares medical information with healthcare professionals.”
“Anxious about potential misuse or leaks of sensitive data.”
Task Mapping
User Task
Goal
Barriers
Opportunities
Account setup
Add family members
Upload medical records
View timeline of health events
Centralize and simplify access to all family health records
Ensure timely medical care via reminders
Make it easy to update, retrieve, and share accurate health info
Enable fast action during emergencies
Complex or lengthy onboarding process
Confusion about how to upload or categorize records
Concerns about privacy and data security
Difficulty sharing records across providers or platforms
Streamline onboarding with guided walkthroughs and tooltips
Integrate educational snippets on privacy and sharing features
Use QR codes and secure links for hassle-free record sharing
Personalized reminders and timeline insights to boost engagement & retention
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Our team
Our strength lies in our individuality. Set up by Esther Bryce, the team strives to bring in the best talent in various fields, from architecture to interior design and sales.
Esther Bryce
Founder / Interior designer
Lianne Wilson
Broker
Jaden Smith
Architect
Jessica Kim
Photographer
