Abstract

This paper presents a simple system that integrates technology and nutrition to promote healthier living through increased vegetable consumption. The system allows the user to select a vegetable, and it will display a picture of the vegetable, description, and what is used for. It also allows the user to choose a disease, and it will display the vegetable that can help manage the disease. In general, it helps individuals make informed dietary choices and maintain healthy habits. Results show that technology can effectively support awareness and motivation for vegetable-based nutrition and overall well-being.

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