Patent ID: 7788113
Filing Date: 2010-08-31
Classification: G06Q,G16H

Abstract:
1. A computer implemented method of administering a daily nutritional program to a subject for addressing a health condition of the subject, wherein the computer has memory, the method comprising the steps of: a. establishing an aggregate nutrient density index (ANDI) score for foods to be ingested on the program, wherein the ANDI score is calculated from a ratio of nutrients per calorie and is proportional to an ideal reference food that contains nutrients at a greater than a predetermined threshold value nutrient per calorie ratio, wherein the nutrients are selected from the group consisting of vitamins, minerals, fiber, carotenoids, glucosinolate and anti-oxidants; b. storing the ANDI score in the computer memory; c. using the computer to calculate a menu aggregate nutrient density index (MANDI) value for the foods by multiplying the ANDI score by a number equal to or directly proportional to the calories per serving of the food to be consumed by the subject on the program; d. storing the MANDI value in the computer memory; e. generating a daily menu plan on the computer based on a minimum daily MANDI score for each day of the program; and f. directing the subject to eat the foods according to the menu plan.