Dieto- UI & UX Design Case Study
Overview: Seniors' health and nutrition are severely impacted by hunger, which increases their chance of developing chronic illnesses including diabetes, asthma, and depression. According to recent statistics, a staggering 5.2 million seniors aged 60 and above-experienced hunger in 2020, accounting for 6.8% of all seniors or 1 in 15 individuals.
Design Brief: A platform that caters to the needs of senior citizens with chronic diseases, providing them with affordable and healthy meals designed by expert dieticians, all of which will be delivered directly to their doorstep. The platform's primary objective is to offer a convenient and reliable solution for seniors who require personalized nutritional guidance to manage their health conditions effectively.
Team Members: Anushka Harne & Vaishnavi Sawant (myself).
Timeline: 2 Months
Research & Analysis
According to a study conducted by the National Institutes of Health, the food habits of senior citizens in the USA vary significantly based on a range of factors, including socioeconomic status, health status, and cultural background. Some key findings from this study and other sources include:
Malnutrition is a significant problem among older adults, with approximately one in two seniors at risk of malnutrition or undernourishment.
Many older adults struggle with limited access to affordable, healthy foods, particularly those living in low-income or rural areas.
Social isolation and loneliness can also impact senior citizens' food habits, with many older adults experiencing a lack of social support and opportunities to eat with others.
Many older adults have specific dietary needs due to health conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease, which can require careful meal planning and coordination.
The nursing home food crisis in America has become a growing concern in recent years. Many nursing homes struggle to provide residents with nutritious, appetizing, and safe meals due to a range of factors, including limited budgets, staffing shortages, and inadequate training.
Some key issues that contribute to the nursing home food crisis in America include:
Insufficient funding: Many nursing homes operate on tight budgets, making it challenging to purchase high-quality ingredients, equipment, and supplies needed to prepare nutritious meals.
Staffing shortages: Nursing homes may not have enough staff members trained in food preparation, nutrition, and food safety, leading to a lack of oversight and poor-quality meals.
Poor quality food: Many nursing homes rely on pre-packaged, processed, and frozen foods that are high in sodium, sugar, and unhealthy fats, rather than fresh and whole foods.
Overall, these findings suggest that older adults' food habits in the USA are complex and multifaceted, requiring a range of interventions to support healthy eating behaviors and address barriers to accessing nutritious foods.
User Interview
User Persona & Empathy Map
User Scenario
Information Architecture
User Flow
Medium Fidelity Designs
Style Guide
We have taken great care to ensure that our app's color scheme is accessible to all users, including those with low eyesight or color blindness. We understand that many of our users are senior citizens, and we want to ensure that they can easily use our app without any difficulties. To achieve this, we have designed our color scheme in accordance with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) to ensure that it meets the highest standards of accessibility.
The meal feature of our app offers users a comprehensive selection of healthy and fresh options that have been expertly curated by dietitians. This feature empowers users to make informed decisions about their food choices, enabling them to maintain a healthy and balanced diet.
In addition, our meal feature provides users with a detailed breakdown of the calorie content of each meal.
Meal Screen
The home screen is designed to help you keep track of your calorie, fat, and protein consumption with ease. Once you've found a recipe you like, the app provides you with step-by-step instructions and helpful tips to make cooking a breeze.
The home screen also indicates Today's Meal Menu feature with an estimated time of arrival. This feature displays the meals the user has planned for the day, so the user can stay organized and prepared.
Home Screen
Recipe feature, designed for home cooks who crave easy, healthy, and delicious meals. We understand that not everyone wants to sign up for meal kits, so we've created this feature to cater to those who prefer to cook from scratch.
Once you've found a recipe you like, the app provides you with step-by-step instructions and helpful tips to make cooking a breeze.
Recipe Screen
Our app's expert call feature provides users with the opportunity to schedule a video call with a certified dietitian, offering a personalized approach to achieving their health goals. By allowing users to upload their medical reports and fill out their health details and queries, our experts can gain a comprehensive understanding of the user's health needs and dietary requirements.
Using this information, our dietitians can craft a tailored meal plan that is specifically designed to meet the user's unique health needs.
