Understanding Scan Results

How to interpret your food scan analysis

Scan Overview

1. Scanned Image

The original image you scanned. Tap to enlarge. Tolero analyzes visual patterns, colors, and textures to identify food components.

2. Food Identification

Greek Yogurt Parfait

A nutritious breakfast option with probiotics and protein

The primary identified food with a general description. Accuracy improves with clear, well-lit photos of single dishes.

Ingredients Analysis

Detected Components

Greek Yogurt

High in protein and probiotics. Check lactose content if sensitive. Plain versions have less added sugar.

Granola

A crunchy and filling addition, but check if it's gluten-free as some granolas contain wheat.

Mixed Berries

Rich in antioxidants. Frozen berries retain most nutrients of fresh varieties.

Note: Ingredients are identified through visual patterns and machine learning. For packaged foods, scan the nutrition label for more precise analysis.

Nutrition Overview

Macronutrients

Calories320 kcal

About 16% of a 2000kcal diet

Protein18g
Carbs42g
Fat9g

Nutritional Context

  • Values are estimates based on visual analysis
  • Percentages based on a 2000 calorie diet
  • Scan nutrition labels for precise measurements

Tip: For mixed dishes, results show totals for the entire scanned portion. Use the serving size adjuster for accurate tracking.

Allergen Detection

Potential Allergens Detected

Dairy (yogurt), Gluten (granola)

Allergen detection is based on common ingredients. Always verify with restaurant staff or packaging if you have severe allergies.

Processing Level

Moderately Processed

The dish contains processed elements like granola, which could contain added sugars or flavoring. The yogurt appears to be minimally processed.

Processing Scale: 1 (Whole) → 5 (Ultra-processed). This dish rates 2.5.

Getting Better Results

Scanning Tips

  • Capture food in good lighting without shadows
  • Position camera directly above the dish
  • Scan one food item at a time for mixed meals
  • For packaged foods, focus on the nutrition label
  • Keep hands and utensils out of the frame

Manual Adjustments

If the scan isn't perfect, you can:

  • Edit the detected food name
  • Adjust portion size estimates
  • Add/remove ingredients manually
  • Correct nutritional values

Did you know? Tolero learns from your corrections to improve future scans for you and other users.