Grocerymate

Abstract

GroceryMate is a mobile application designed to optimize grocery management by minimizing food waste and improving meal planning through intelligent expiry tracking and personalized recipe suggestions. The application enables users to monitor both fresh and packaged food items, ensuring timely consumption before spoilage. For fresh products such as fruits, vegetables, dairy, and meats, the app issues proactive alerts when items are approaching their expiration. For packaged goods, users can manually input expiry dates to receive timely reminders, facilitating efficient use of household inventory.

A distinctive feature of GroceryMate is its integration of intelligent meal planning with expiry tracking. When items near expiration, the app recommends tailored recipes that incorporate these ingredients, thereby reducing waste and promoting responsible consumption. Additionally, users are provided with links to external recipe sources for broader culinary inspiration. By consolidating expiry alerts and dynamic recipe suggestions in one platform, GroceryMate assists users in reducing food waste, promoting healthier eating habits, and supporting sustainability efforts. This system not only contributes to household efficiency and cost savings but also encourages environmentally conscious consumption patterns.