Mobile Application Development for Weight Management

Authors

  • Laksana Chaimongkol Department of Food Science and Nutrition Faculty of Science and Technology, Prince of Songkla University, Pattani campus, Thailand
  • Kittiya Khongkraphan Department of Mathematics and Computer Sciences Faculty of Science and Technology, Prince of Songkla University, Pattani campus, Thailand

Keywords:

weight management, application, smartphone

Abstract

Smartphones have become ubiquitous, and various applications for healthcare and control of non-communicable diseases are in use. This approach can enhance accessibility, reduce costs, as well as remove some barriers to active utilization of conventional healthcare services. This study aimed to develop a mobile application for weight management. Surveys exploring the needs were done, and database design was intended to meet the user requirements. The program includes three core processes of the weight management program, namely (1) behavior change modification therapy, (2) self-monitoring of own data, and (3) personalized recommendations and feedback. The program was tested by 57 adult volunteers. Finally, the application “Sat-PN slim coach” was established. Key functions of the program include creating self-awareness, diet & exercise plan, self-monitoring, and feedback on progression of weight management result. About 82.5% of the testers were satisfied with the application. An efficacy trial of the “Sat-PN slim coach” should be performed before launching it to the public.

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Published

2023-08-23

How to Cite

Chaimongkol, L., & Khongkraphan, K. (2023). Mobile Application Development for Weight Management. Journal of Nutrition Association of Thailand (Online), 58(2), 1–15. Retrieved from https://he01.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/JNAT/article/view/263769

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