# Nutritious Networking The Self Diet Tapper System Will Encourage You Via SMS Throughout the Day By Omar Yusuf | Published 2011-08-16 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/self-diet-tapper-system References: [mashable](http://mashable.com/2011/08/15/self-diet-tapper/) & [self](http://www.self.com/diettapper) Self (a women's health and lifestyle magazine) just launched the open beta to a new, text-based [dieting program](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/weight-management-system) called the 'Self Diet Tapper system.' For just 10 cents a day, you'll receive SMS messages that instruct you on what to eat, how to stay fit and how much to drink! Despite being called a "system," the Self Diet Tapper system resembles a support network rather than a rigid regime. Engineering by [dieticians and health experts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dietitian-guidance), the mobile service will text you guidelines and tips at crucial points throughout the day. So before you reach for a pizza slice at lunchtime, you'll receive a message explaining the importance of a [balanced midday meal](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/healthier-food-choice). You may think even 10 cents per day is steep for unnecessary nagging, but studies show that 26% of the subscribers succumbed to the harassment and chose to take the healthier route. It may not be an impressive statistic, but I've always found that a gentle prod is enough encourage to do great things! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.2/10 - Popularity: 3% | Activity: 26% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Text-based Coaching:** Mobile coaching via SMS can help encourage users to stay compliant with healthy living. - **Support Network Dieting:** Dieting apps that provide a supportive network can lead to healthier lifestyle choices for subscribers. - **SMS Health Guidance:** Daily text messages with dietary guidelines can serve as an intuitive and cost-effective solution for health coaching. ### Where This Applies - **Mobile Coaching:** The wellness industry can disrupt traditional dieting with personalized mobile coaching and support. - **Mental Health:** Healthtech start-ups can leverage SMS messaging for mental well-being and lifestyle changes. - **Healthcare Communications:** Remote healthcare communication can improve patient compliance and bring more remote healthcare services online. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Personalized Nutrition Support](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nuty-app.md) - [Photo-Based Calorie Trackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mealschat.md) - [Effortless Nutrition Tracking](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nutrinote.md) - [Inclusive Health Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diet-pulse.md) - [Automated Food Planning Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/munchy-app.md) - [Anti-Discipline AI Coaches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/simple-life.md) - [Personalized Weight Management Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/faster-way-to-fat-loss.md) - [Smart Nutrition Trackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/food-diary.md) - [Pocket-Sized AI Nutritionists](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ludis-health.md)