Meals & Nutrition
Understanding Your Meal's Nutrition Summary
Learn how to read and interpret the nutritional breakdown of your logged meals.
When you view the details of a logged meal that has nutritional data, Sunu provides a comprehensive breakdown to help you understand what you've eaten.
Where to Find the Summary
After logging a meal:
- Navigate to the History tab
- Select the Meals sub-tab
- Tap on any meal with analyzed items
- Scroll to the Nutrition section on the Meal Detail screen
What the Summary Includes
Total Calories
A prominent display of the total estimated calories for the entire meal. This is the sum of calories from all items in the meal.
Why it matters: Calories represent the energy your body gets from food. Understanding calorie intake helps with weight management and energy balance.
Nutrition Overview
A card showing the total grams of:
- Protein — Builds and repairs tissues, supports immune function
- Carbohydrates — Provides energy for daily activities and brain function
- Fat — Essential for hormone production and nutrient absorption
Macronutrient Breakdown
A visual representation showing the percentage of calories that came from protein, carbs, and fat.
Example:
- 30% Protein (240 calories)
- 40% Carbohydrates (320 calories)
- 30% Fat (240 calories)
- Total: 800 calories
This helps you understand the meal's balance and composition at a glance.
Understanding Your Macros
Protein (4 calories per gram)
Good sources: Chicken, fish, eggs, beans, tofu, yogurt
Benefits:
- Muscle growth and repair
- Satiety and appetite control
- Immune system support
Carbohydrates (4 calories per gram)
Good sources: Whole grains, fruits, vegetables, legumes
Benefits:
- Primary energy source
- Brain function
- Exercise performance
Fat (9 calories per gram)
Good sources: Avocados, nuts, olive oil, fatty fish
Benefits:
- Hormone production
- Vitamin absorption
- Cell membrane health
How the Summary Is Calculated
The nutritional summary is automatically calculated based on:
- The nutritional data of all items in your meal
- AI estimates for photographed items
- Database information for scanned barcodes
- Manual entries you've added
Tips for Better Nutrition Tracking
Log Complete Meals
Include all components of your meal for the most accurate totals.
Double-Check AI Estimates
Tap on individual items to verify and adjust nutritional information if needed.
Track Consistently
Regular logging helps you identify patterns and make informed dietary choices.
Consider Your Goals
Use the nutrition summary to ensure your meals align with your health and fitness objectives.
💡 Pro Tip
Ask your AI assistant to analyze your meal: "Is this meal balanced?" or "How does this fit my daily protein goal?" for personalized insights based on your nutrition data.