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Review: KetoDiet App for iPad

6/16/2014

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I'm a firm believer in keeping track of the foods you eat and the nutrition they provide. Many times people believe they're doing everything right but find that their weight, ketones, and blood glucose levels tell a different story. Online tracking apps like My Fitness Pal are helpful, but they weren't designed for people following a low-carbohydrate or ketogenic diet. However, there is an app created specifically for us: KetoDiet App. Some of you may be familiar with Martina's KetoDiet App website, including the blog, which contains fantastic recipes and useful information about healthy, low-carb living.

I love the look and functionality of this app. First of all, it's highly customizable based on your goals for carb intake and weight loss. There are currently over 100 recipes that are beautifully photographed through every step of preparation, and the instructions are very easy to follow. An RSS feed automatically adds new recipes that Martina posts to the website. The app allows you to easily enter your own foods, recipes, and restaurant items,  in addition to the KetoDiet recipes. As you add items for the day, the energy (calories), protein, fat, fiber, and electrolytes are tabulated, along with net carbs, which are highlighted in green at the right edge. If you go over your personalized net carb goal (i.e., 30 grams), the color changes from green to red, instantly alerting you. Although the app is called KetoDiet App, you don't necessarily have to be on a ketogenic diet to use it, since you can program in whatever level of carb intake you like.

In my opinion, just about everyone on a low-carb diet would enjoy using this app because of its innovative design, ease of use, reliability, and comprehensive list of mouth-watering recipes. Those of you who read my blog regularly know that I like to be balanced and consider both the positive and negative aspect of everything, but in all honesty, I can't find anything negative to say about this app. I think it's fantastic and, along with the KetoDietApp for iPhone and KetoDietApp book, an excellent value. (Note: The iPhone app is a basic version which does not include the planner and tracker.)

If you haven't already, I highly recommend checking out the KetoDiet App blog and trying out some of the recipes, such as Paleo Greek Meatballs (Soutzoukakia), Cajun Chicken Tacos, and Low Carb Strawberry and Rhubarb Panna Cotta.

Disclosure: Martina provided me with a free copy of KetoDiet App for iPad, but I have received no monetary or other compensation for this review.

16 Comments
Pennie Rose
6/16/2014 01:39:20 am

My husband and I are having fun exploring the KetoDiet app. So far we've lost a combined 30 pounds and we don't feel cheated or hungry. This app helps me to find new recipes we can enjoy , as I have zero imagination with this new way of life. Thanks for all the hard work and research put into this app.

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Franziska Spritzler link
6/16/2014 03:53:24 am

Congratulations to you and your husband for losing weight without feeling hungry. That's fantastic, Pennie! So glad you enjoy the app and are getting a lot of use out of it.

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Martina @ KetoDiet link
6/16/2014 09:00:28 am

Thank you so much Pennie, I really appreciate that! Good luck and keto on! :-)

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Jan link
6/16/2014 07:04:29 am

Franziska

As a tech dinosaur I was interested in reading your review and I know many out there will find any new app for health/diet a good thing.

Guess I will still do my research and reading a slightly old fashioned way ....

However, I do enjoy low carb strawberry and rhubarb panna cotta and I certainly feel good living the LCHF lifestyle.

Many thanks and ....

All the best Jan

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Franziska Spritzler link
6/16/2014 07:52:24 am

Always a pleasure to hear from you, Jan! I understand the appeal of sticking with the tried and true :) So even if the app isn't for you, I hope you enjoy the recipes on Martina's website. You are an outstanding example of good health achieved via a wholesome, low-carb way of eating!

Kind regards,

Franziska

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Louise Lahore
6/16/2014 07:37:03 am

Any chance that you'll be creating an Android version of this? It looks fabulous but I just bought a new phone w/Android operating system.

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Franziska Spritzler link
6/16/2014 08:08:55 am

Hi Louise,

I'll ask Martina if she's planning to do this. I know she'll appreciate the feedback.

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Martina @ KetoDiet link
6/16/2014 08:58:22 am

Hi Louise, it's a very popular request. We don't currently support Android or Windows but we do have plans to bring KetoDiet to more platforms this year. It will take some time but we have big plans for this year. First, we would like to finish the universal app (bringing all the iPad features to the iPhone) and then we will focus on other platforms. I will post an update on my blog / FB page once it's done.

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Carol
8/9/2014 12:17:30 pm

I'd like the android version, as well.

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Franziska Spritzler link
8/9/2014 10:14:38 pm

Then be sure to follow Martina's blog and Facebook page for updates :)

Martina @ KetoDiet link
6/16/2014 08:54:19 am

Many thanks for your honest review, Franziska!!

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Franziska Spritzler link
6/16/2014 09:06:58 am

My pleasure, Martina!

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Orin Zelenak
10/14/2014 03:37:46 am

Great review, Franziska. Have you found a way to get the Planner to calculate total carbs not net carbs? This would enhance functionality.

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Franziska Spritzler link
10/14/2014 05:25:16 am

Thanks, Orin! I know Martina believes in counting net vs. total carbs -- and I do as well -- but I will relay your comment to her.

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Heidi
1/29/2016 04:06:02 pm

I'm interested in this app. Thanks for the review. I'm wondering if it syncs with a fitness app to measure exercise and calories burned. Is there a space to put in that information?
TIA

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Franziska Spritzler link
2/1/2016 03:42:45 am

Thanks for your comments, Heidi. I'm not sure if it syncs with a fitness app. You can use Martina's contact page to inquire: http://ketodietapp.com/Blog/contact.

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