How does the AI recognize food?

Our AI uses advanced computer vision trained on millions of food images. It can identify individual ingredients, portion sizes, and even complex dishes from restaurants worldwide.

Absolutely. Your food photos are processed securely and never shared. We use end-to-end encryption and comply with GDPR and CCPA regulations.

How accurate is the calorie tracking?

Our AI achieves 98% accuracy on standard meals, verified by certified nutritionists. For complex or unusual dishes, accuracy is still above 90%.

Can I use it for specific diets?

Yes! Caloria supports keto, vegan, paleo, Mediterranean, and many other dietary patterns. You can set custom macro targets to match any diet plan.

What's included in Premium?

Premium gives you unlimited meal scans, detailed macro tracking, personalized insights, weekly nutrition reports, priority AI processing, and data export capabilities.

Which devices are supported?

Caloria is available on iOS (iPhone and iPad). Android support is coming soon. Your data syncs seamlessly across all your Apple devices.

How do I start meal prepping as a beginner?

Start small: pick two or three meals to prep, choose simple recipes with overlapping ingredients, build a grocery list, and set aside two to three hours on a weekend day. Cook proteins and grains in bulk, portion into containers, and refrigerate. Repeat each week as the habit grows.

How long does meal prep food last in the fridge?

Most cooked proteins, grains, and roasted vegetables keep safely in the refrigerator for three to five days in airtight containers. If you need to prep further in advance, freeze individual portions for up to three months and thaw overnight in the fridge before eating.

What foods are easiest to meal prep as a beginner?

The easiest foods to start with are batch-cooked grains (rice, quinoa, oats), roasted vegetables (broccoli, sweet potato, zucchini), and simple proteins (chicken breast, boiled eggs, canned legumes). These store well, reheat quickly, and combine into dozens of different meals throughout the week.

How many hours does weekly meal prep take?

Most beginners complete a full week of meal prep in two to three hours. Experienced preppers can finish in 60 to 90 minutes by running multiple cooking tasks simultaneously — for example, roasting vegetables in the oven while grains cook on the stovetop and a protein marinates.

Can meal prep help with weight loss?

Yes. A 2017 study published in the International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity found that meal planning was significantly associated with better diet quality and lower rates of overweight and obesity in a large sample of French adults. Having meals ready removes the daily decision points where unplanned, higher-calorie choices tend to happen.

Meal Prep for Beginners: Step-by-Step Guide

Learn meal prep for beginners with this step-by-step guide. Save time, eat healthier, and hit your nutrition goals with simple weekly prep strategies.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I start meal prepping as a beginner?: Start small: pick two or three meals to prep, choose simple recipes with overlapping ingredients, build a grocery list, and set aside two to three hours on a weekend day. Cook proteins and grains in bulk, portion into containers, and refrigerate. Repeat each week as the habit grows.
How long does meal prep food last in the fridge?: Most cooked proteins, grains, and roasted vegetables keep safely in the refrigerator for three to five days in airtight containers. If you need to prep further in advance, freeze individual portions for up to three months and thaw overnight in the fridge before eating.
What foods are easiest to meal prep as a beginner?: The easiest foods to start with are batch-cooked grains (rice, quinoa, oats), roasted vegetables (broccoli, sweet potato, zucchini), and simple proteins (chicken breast, boiled eggs, canned legumes). These store well, reheat quickly, and combine into dozens of different meals throughout the week.
How many hours does weekly meal prep take?: Most beginners complete a full week of meal prep in two to three hours. Experienced preppers can finish in 60 to 90 minutes by running multiple cooking tasks simultaneously — for example, roasting vegetables in the oven while grains cook on the stovetop and a protein marinates.
Can meal prep help with weight loss?: Yes. A 2017 study published in the International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity found that meal planning was significantly associated with better diet quality and lower rates of overweight and obesity in a large sample of French adults. Having meals ready removes the daily decision points where unplanned, higher-calorie choices tend to happen.