AI nutrition tracking stinks

Top-down view of Oura Advisor app “analyzing” a meal of a matcha latte and apple tart

The pitch is to take a picture and let AI do the rest. The latter is where it all breaks down.

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Once again, AI is failing to deliver on some of its promises.

Before my last long run, I made my customary preworkout breakfast. Two dark chocolate Kodiak protein waffles, a tablespoon of peanut butter, and a drizzle of honey. On the side, a modest cup of iced coffee with a splash of soy milk.

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