# Gluten-Monitoring Devices The Canary is a Portable Gadget That Allows You To Test Gluten in Foods By M | Published 2014-09-17 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-gadget References: [eater](http://eater.com/archives/2014/09/12/new-portable-device-tests-food-for-gluten.php) & [6sensorlabs](http://www.6sensorlabs.com/) If you struggle with [celiacs disease](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/celiac-awareness) or your body has a hard time processing gluten then the Canary portable gadget is just what you need to help you keep stir clear of foods that contain copious amounts of gluten. This nifty little gadget is the perfect tool to help you prevent getting sick when you're eating out. Created by 6SensorLabs the Canary is a [pocket-sized device](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nutrime) that comes with disposable units that can be placed into dishes to test the gluten levels. The information is relayed to the device and can be tracked using a corresponding [smartphone app](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/food-scanner-discovery). This is a great device to have when you're eating out at a restaurant or ordering takeout and you're not sure if they're is gluten in, for example, the dish's sauce. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.6/10 - Popularity: 72% | Activity: 89% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Gluten-detecting Devices:** Devices that use technology to detect the presence of gluten in food, providing assistance to those with gluten sensitivities or allergies. - **Portable Allergen Testing:** Pocket-sized gadgets that can test for allergens in various environments, revolutionizing the way people approach safety and health. - **Smartphone-connected Health Monitors:** Health monitors connected to corresponding mobile apps, providing real-time tracking and data analysis. ### Who This Affects Most - **Health and Wellness:** The health and wellness industry stands to benefit from the demand for technological advancements to manage food sensitivities and allergens. - **Hospitality:** The hospitality sector could integrate these devices in their food preparation processes to address the needs of customers with food sensitivities and provide better service. - **Consumer Electronics:** The consumer electronics industry can capitalize on the development of gadgets that cater to specific health needs, paving the way for more innovative and personalized products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Allergen-Detecting Food Testers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allergen-alert.md) - [Portable Allergy-Testing Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-allergytesting-kit.md) - [Food Safety Tracking Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecotracker.md) - [AI-Powered Allergy Assistants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/food-scan-genius.md) - [Food Production Allergen Tests](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hygenia.md) - [Portable Soil Monitors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-soil-monitor.md) - [NFC-Enabled Glucose Monitors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/curo-g10.md) - [Handheld Glucose Monitoring Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/intuity-medical.md) - [Dynamic Food Safety Detectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/food-safety-detector.md)