Doctor and Tech Experts Launch TruthIn App to Help Users Make Healthier Food Choices

TruthIn, co-founded by Dr. Aman Basheer Sheikh, Ravi Teja Putrevu, and Raghav Putrevu, empowers consumers to make better dietary choices with a simple barcode scan, offering health ratings for food products.

TruthIn, a revolutionary app designed to simplify food label analysis, is helping thousands of people make healthier dietary choices with just a quick barcode scan. Co-founded by Dr. Aman Basheer Sheikh, Ravi Teja Putrevu, and Raghav Putrevu, TruthIn uses an advanced algorithm to decode food labels, providing instant health ratings and ingredient analysis. The app is a product of personal health experiences and expertise in technology, nutrition, and medicine.

In 2022, CEO Ravi Teja Putrevu was diagnosed with acromegaly, a rare disorder that increased his risk of diabetes and heart disease. Frustrated by complex food labels, Ravi joined forces with Dr. Aman, a dental surgeon passionate about wellness, and Raghav, a tech expert, to develop a comprehensive food labelling solution. “Many food labels are confusing and misleading,” Dr. Aman noted, highlighting the need for clear, reliable information. Together, they built TruthIn to provide transparency in food choices.

Since its inception, TruthIn has grown to serve over 85,000 monthly users, aiming to educate consumers on the health impacts of what they eat. The app rates food products on a scale from 1 to 5, with 5 being the healthiest option, and provides tags for nutritional and allergen information. The app’s MatchMeter feature, available with a subscription, offers personalized dietary recommendations based on age, health conditions, and lifestyle.

TruthIn’s comprehensive approach includes data verification, with the team sourcing product information manually and relying on expert guidance from nutritionists and healthcare professionals. By scanning a product’s barcode, users can instantly access health ratings, potential allergens, and nutritional content. TruthIn’s mission is to reduce confusion around food choices, encouraging users to make informed and healthier decisions.

Recently, TruthIn announced the popular food content creator Revant Himatsingka, also known as Foodpharmer, as their brand ambassador. With TruthIn, the co-founders hope to continue raising awareness about healthy eating habits, promoting a more food-literate and health-conscious society.