FOOD DELIVERY AND RECOMMENDATION
APPLICATION
ABOUT THE PROJECT
• We are planning to develop a food ordering App that sets up a food menu online according
to the calories entered by the customer or calculated by our algorithm and where the
customers can easily place their order. The main objective of this system is to
recommend a healthy food and delivery on the basis of number of calories (proteins,
Carbohydrates, fats) present in a meal.
• This system also provides the total calorie count of their meal based on their previous
orders so that they are aware of how much they consumed. It can also count the no of
calories burnt while performingan activity. It also provides features such as tracking
their orders.
• Most of the food ordering applications do not care about the health of their users but
through this the system will take the health details of the people and set goals for them
and we will recommend the foodaccordingly.
• It will provide all the details of calories, carbohydrates, proteins, sugars and fats
which will be useful for those who want to eat healthy and for those who are
struggling with some health problems. Nevertheless, there is a little SOTA (State-
of-the-Art) project on food/diet recommendation system, an idea to build a content-
based recommendation system for this purpose using machine learning.
Tools/Technologies for Implementation
Mobile App Development Frameworks:
• Flutter Development: Dart for VS Code.
• Cross-Platform Development: build apps that work Android.
Database Management Systems (DBMS):
• Choose a database system for storing and retrieving data. Common choices include
Firebase Real-time Database.
APIs (Application Programming Interfaces):
• Integrate with third-party APIs for services like maps (Google Maps), payment
gateways, and authentication.
Real-Time Features:
• Implement real-time features such as order tracking using technologies like Firebase
Realtime Database.
Food Recommendation:
• Python is used for recommendation module.Python libraries such as scikit-learn, ,
NumPy, pandas, Matplotlib etc.
• FastApi is used framework is used for backend and Streamlit is used for
Frontend development.Docker is used for web deployment.
Advantages
1. Personalized Meal Recommendations:
The app tailors meal options based on calorie and nutrient needs, making it
convenient for users aiming to achieve health goals such as weight management,
muscle gain, or balanced nutrition.
2. Health-Conscious Choices:
Unlike traditional food delivery apps, this system actively considers users' health
conditions, dietary preferences, and fitness goals, fostering healthier eating habits.
3. Informed Eating with Nutritional Information:
By displaying detailed nutritional data (calories, protein, carbs, fats, sugars) for each
meal, users can make more informed decisions, which is beneficial for those with
specific health conditions or dietary restrictions.
4. Machine Learning-Based Recommendations:
Leveraging machine learning to make recommendations based on a user’s food
history and goals offers a personalized experience that improves over time, keeping
users engaged and satisfied with the suggestions.
5. Market Differentiation:
With a focus on health, this app would stand out in the crowded food delivery market.
Many food delivery apps focus solely on convenience, while yours combines
convenience with health, targeting a growing segment interested in wellness and
nutrition.
6. At the core of the recommendation engine is the k-nearest neighbors (k-NN)
algorithm, renowned for its simplicity and effectiveness in classification and
regression tasks. The k-NN algorithm was implemented to analyse user data and
identify individuals with similar BMI and caloric requirements.
Disadvantages
1. Complexity of Implementation:
Integrating calorie tracking, nutrient breakdowns, user health data, and machine
learning recommendations requires substantial development effort. This complexity
can also make the app prone to technical issues or bugs.
2. Data Privacy and Security Concerns:
Since the app collects sensitive health data (e.g., weight, dietary preferences, health
conditions), data security and compliance with privacy regulations (like GDPR) are
essential. Failure to secure user data could lead to trust issues or legal liabilities.
3. Potential Inaccuracy in Calorie Estimates:
Calorie counts and activity burn estimates can sometimes be inaccurate, leading to
either overestimation or underestimation, which could mislead users or reduce the
app's credibility over time.
4. User Dependency and Potential for Misuse:
Some users might become overly reliant on the app for calorie tracking and food
selection, which could lead to unhealthy eating behaviors or fixation on numbers
rather than balanced nutrition.
5. Higher Operational Costs:
The app's unique functionality may require more resources in terms of machine
learning algorithms, data storage, and security measures. Additionally, maintaining a
database with accurate nutritional information is labor-intensive and may require
regular updates.
6. Limited Appeal to Fast Food Lovers:
Users looking for quick, indulgent, or “comfort” food options may find the health-
focused aspect restrictive, potentially limiting the app’s user base.
7. Challenges in Managing User Expectations:
Recommending meals for health conditions without professional dietary oversight can
lead to risks if users rely on it as a substitute for medical advice. Misinterpretations of
suggested calories or macronutrient levels could lead to dissatisfaction or confusion.
