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Tools For Food Allergy Sufferers [Sensors + Apps]

Tech Tools To Help Prevent Allergic Reactions If you suffer from food allergies or shop for anyone who does, you know that it can often be difficult to find "safe" products at the grocery store . Try the Spoon Guru App . Simply scan foods labels and the app will alert you of any concerns based upon your (or your family member's) preset profile. (User must register for an account and create a profile, select allergens of concern and save.) Free. iOS and Android. Do you or does someone you know suffer from a peanut allergy ? A new consumer product called the Nima Peanut Sensor 1 (a handheld device + associated mobile app) might be of help. "Nima is recognized as a leader in allergen research and has been awarded a grant from the National Institute of Health to develop the peanut sensor." This is technology moving the needle in the right direction, a potentially life-saving one. Remember to read the small print at the product website. What about gluten ?

Learn A Language

Whether you homeschool your children, like to travel or simply enjoy broadening your horizons, learning a new language can prove useful. Luckily there are many free and low-cost ways to learn a new language or improve your language proficiency. Get started by checking out the resources below.

Language Tools You Can Use (Alpha Order)
  • Babelfish -- a free online translator (also a paid professional service)
  • Bing Microsoft Translator -- a free online translator
  • Duolingo -- a free app (and website) that uses simple mnemonic devices dressed up as fun games to help your learn a new language or become more proficient in one. Try this, it works!
  • Google Translate -- a free online translator that works for entire web pages.



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