DexCom upgrades Stelo with AI photo logging for smarter diet tracking

DexCom has equipped a new AI-powered photo meal logging feature within Stelo, the first over-the-counter glucose biosensor cleared by the US FDA. This function allows users to snap a photo of their food so AI can identify the ingredients and log the meal.

The feature first debuted earlier this year in the Dexcom G7, Dexcom’s prescription-based continuous glucose monitoring device primarily used by individuals with diabetes to track real-time glucose readings. It is the only device of its kind in the US to support photo logging.

Dexcom’s “Smart Food Logging” feature encourages and enables users to log their meals more consistently. Stelo and Dexcom G7 users can access this feature by updating their apps to the latest version on iOS and Android platforms.

“Diet plays a crucial role in managing glucose levels, and our new Smart Food Logging feature removes barriers to food tracking, making it easier to consistently log and understand the impact of meals,” says Jake Leach, president and chief operating officer at Dexcom.

“Smart Food Logging has long been a highly requested feature from users across our product portfolio, so we’re excited to bring it to market and hope this enhanced tracking feature makes managing glucose levels even simpler.”

Recent enhancements

This new feature joins other recently announced enhancements across Dexcom’s glucose biosensing portfolio. Among these upgrades, Stelo’s “Weekly Insights,” is its first GenAI feature, offering users personalized tips, recommendations, and education related to diet, exercise, and sleep within the Stelo app.

The feature allows users to snap a photo of their food so AI can identify the ingredients and log the meal.Stelo now also integrates with Oura — a smart ring tracking fitness, stress, sleep, and health — marking the first-ever inclusion of glucose biosensing data in the Oura app. When synced, users gain a holistic view of their body’s biometrics, including glucose, which enables them to understand how different health behaviors impact their metabolic health.

Additionally, Dexcom G7 users can customize glucose target ranges in the “Clarity Card” within the Dexcom G7 app. The company says that moving beyond the default settings allows for greater personalization.

Both Dexcom G7 and Stelo feature “Glucose Impact,” which provides a focused view for logged events, helping users gain a deeper understanding of how meals, activities, and sleep patterns affect their glucose levels.

In other recent tech developments bridging nutrition tracking with AI, Allurion Technologies launched an AI-based weight loss and monitoring program, AllurionMeds, in the US. The program works in tandem with its GLP-1 drug prescription services, addressing common GLP-1 treatment concerns, including weight regain, while offering virtual access to dieticians through a companion app.

Leading experts from companies like AstaReal, dsm-firmenich, ADM, Bioiberica, and Lubrizol Life Science are exploring AI advances within the active nutrition sector. Nutrition Insight spoke to these companies about surging consumer interest in AI-based personalized biohacking solutions this year.