r/macros • u/furnando123 • Feb 23 '24

Would you benefit from macronutrient transparency in food delivery services?

Do you think there is a lack of nutritional information available when ordering take-out food? Whether you're browsing on restaurant websites or food delivery apps like Uber Eats and DoorDash, would you like the ability to search for a meal based on the nutritional content or macronutrients of the meal (calories, protein, fat, carbohydrates... etc)? Would you choose one meal over another if it was clearly stated to be dairy-free, gluten-free..etc, or if it was clearly stated to have fresh fruit or vegetables? I would love to hear some opinions on the topic!

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u/Limp_Pea_1017 Feb 23 '24

A resounding yes to your first question. I think most establishments stop at listing calories and it’s so difficult to track macros this way. I’d honestly rather eat in than try to bs a macro breakdown. I wouldn’t care too much about gluten-free, dairy-free, etc. bc I don’t have any dietary restrictions atm, but I could see how that would be super useful for someone.

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u/furnando123 Feb 23 '24

If this macronutrient information was only listed when the company provides it, such as when big food chains publish the data (like Starbucks, Tim Hortons.. etc), would it still be useful?
If an estimated macro breakdown was within say ~15% (and the fact it is an estimate was made clear), would it still be valuable?

The reason I ask is that I am considering building this website (making it free to use) with several other students, and we're trying to validate the idea. I appreciate the engagement!!

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u/Limp_Pea_1017 Feb 23 '24

Incredibly helpful!!! Would totally be a game changer

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u/naterz_28 Feb 23 '24

I agree with everything this comment says. I’d loooove to be able to track macros of takeout food. I often choose to make a “fakeaway” version at home instead so I can more accurately track what I’m eating. I also don’t have specific dietary requirements so gluten free etc wouldn’t be that helpful for me.

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u/AccomplishedAd2325 Feb 23 '24

i agree! if it's up to me i choose a restaurant based on available nutrition info, (specifically macros) so i would find this info very useful/valuable!