Greetings everyone! 👋 I'm excited to share my first project. I’ve been immersed in developing a comprehensive nutrition and health tracking tool for my “Portfolio” project using Excel. Based on survey results, I have developed an automated Python API to extract data on over 5000 of the most consumed dishes in the USA and organize them into Excel sheets according to user preferences. In addition to providing users with a diverse menu, we offer a dynamic table where they can effortlessly add their recipes. We integrate monthly tracking and body analysis functionalities throughout these processes to enhance user experience. All these features are made user-friendly and interactive through VBA codes, ensuring a seamless and engaging platform for users.
Here’s a breakdown in a more polished manner
• Acquired an extensive USDA Food Data Central dataset via their API (https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/).
• Employed Python to integrate the API, facilitating the extraction and incorporation of food data into Excel.
• I have implemented Excel functions, such as XLOOKUP, INDIRECT, Conditional Formatting, and more, to organize and manipulate the food dataset efficiently. Simultaneously, I conducted meticulous data cleaning, eliminating duplicates to enhance the Excel files' overall structure and user experience. This dual approach ensures a streamlined and user-friendly interface for effective data management.
• Introduced a dedicated section enabling users to add their food items, ensuring adaptability to individual preferences.
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• Implemented a user-friendly “Search Your Food” sheet, allowing seamless food exploration and addition, complemented by basic VBA scripting.
• Developed an “INITIAL CONSULTATION” sheet, offering users a platform to input personal information for body composition analysis and caloric needs. Presented results through visually appealing pie and donut charts.
• Created a sophisticated “WEEKLY MEAL PLAN” sheet, empowering users to select and quantify foods with real-time nutritional insights through bar and pie graphs.
• Arrange a “MONTHLY TRACKING” sheet to showcase users' success ratio and changes in body measurements over time, emphasizing a holistic approach to progress tracking.
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• Implemented VBA scripts for user-friendly buttons, enhancing the tool’s functionality. Utilized Excel functions for real-time data manipulation and visualization.
• This tool is an educational project; it does not provide official dietary guidelines. BMI and BMR formulas adhere to the standards the World Health Organization and Harris-Benedict set, respectively.
• As a management information systems Bachelor student and self-learner, this project reflects my knowledge of data analysis and Excel proficiency. For personalized health advice, consult with healthcare professionals.
• It’s my first project. I’m enthusiastic about expanding my skills and refining this tool further. If you have any suggestions, questions, or ideas related to data analysis, I’m all ears! Your input is invaluable, and I’m open to incorporating new features or functionalities to enhance the overall user experience. Feel free to reach out with your feedback!