# Allergen-Aware AR Mobile Apps Scandit Boasts Helpful Grocery Store Tech for Those with Allergies By Kalin Ned | Published 2019-10-22 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ar-mobile-apps References: [fastcompany](https://www.fastcompany.com/90309449/this-ar-shopping-app-will-help-food-allergy-sufferers-avoid-triggers-in-grocery-stores) & [scandit](https://www.scandit.com) An AR mobile app has the potential to alleviate the stress of grocery shopping for individuals who have allergies. Developed by [Scandit](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scandit) -- a Swiss barcode scanning platform, the application utilizes augmented reality to identify products on the shelf that might not be agreeable to people with food sensitivities. The product utilizes sophisticated [bar scanning technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maple-scan1), building on the Swiss brand's portfolio. As modern tech allows for a more personalized shopper experience, something like Scandit's AR mobile app can seamlessly elevate the act of being mindful about [dietary restrictions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/food-scanner-discovery), allowing for a more efficient and convenient grocery trip. Individuals are able to customize their dietary preferences and then effortlessly avoid products that will aggravate those intolerances. Photo Credits: Scandit ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 30% | Activity: 89% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Augmented Reality Grocery Shopping:** Scandit's allergen-aware AR mobile app demonstrates the potential for using augmented reality technology in grocery shopping to help individuals with allergies avoid products that could trigger their sensitivities. - **Personalized Shopper Experience:** Scandit's AR mobile app showcases how personalized shopper experiences can be enhanced using technology, allowing individuals to easily customize their dietary preferences and avoid products that don't align with their restrictions. - **Barcode Scanning Technology:** Scandit's AR mobile app highlights the use of sophisticated barcode scanning technology to identify allergen-containing products, offering opportunities for further innovation in this field. ### Where This Applies - **Retail:** The retail industry can embrace allergen-aware AR mobile apps to enhance customer experiences by providing allergen information in real-time. - **Food and Beverage:** The food and beverage industry can tap into the market for allergen-aware apps by developing products with clear allergen labels and partnering with tech companies to integrate these labels into AR platforms. - **Health and Wellness:** The health and wellness industry can leverage allergen-aware AR mobile apps to help individuals with allergies make informed food choices and improve their well-being. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dietary Food Scanners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nutrime.md) - [Multi-Lingual Food Label Scanners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/food-avoidance-scanner.md) - [Dietary Scan Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/getchmeva.md) - [Diet-Recommending Label Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scan-by-diet.md) - [Product Safety Scanners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/safe-or-not.md) - [Vegan Food Scanners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegcheck.md) - [Allergen-Detecting Food Testers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allergen-alert.md) - [Comprehensive Dietary Restriction Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/food-scanner-discovery.md) - [Food Transparency Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/food-transparency-app.md)