Carbs Buddy Case Study
Introduction
Carbs Buddy is a diabetes management application focused on helping individuals improve their eating habits and keep track of their nutritional intake.
The Problem
According to Diabetes UK, as of 2021, there are approximately 4.3 million people diagnosed with diabetes in the UK. Of this population, about 8% have Type 1 diabetes, 90% have Type 2 diabetes, and other forms of diabetes make up the remaining 2%. Research has shown that unhealthy eating habits are a major contributor to the development of diabetes. Individuals with diabetes struggle to adopt healthy eating habits due to a lack of awareness, motivation, and support. This can lead to complications and worsen health outcomes. A solution is needed to help individuals with diabetes adopt healthy eating habits, improve their quality of life, and reduce the burden of diabetes-related complications.
Card Sorting Based On the Main Problems and the Best Features To Resolve them
Proposed Solution
Carbs Buddy aims to provide a comprehensive solution for diabetes management by offering personalized meal plans, blood glucose level tracking, and a supportive community for users to share their experiences and tips.
Some of the Application Features
Design Process
Why Nutrition for Diabetics?
- Control BGL: Tracking your blood glucose levels regularly can help monitor how food affects your body and cause spikes in blood glucose levels.
- Eating Habits: Creating personalized meal plans can be an effective way to help individuals improve their eating habits and meet their health goals.
- Health Awareness: Having a nutrition app for diabetes will help users to be more self-aware of their current health situation.
Competitive Analysis
Carbs Buddy stands out by offering a unique combination of features such as community support, personalized meal plans, and comprehensive blood glucose tracking. The application is designed to be user-friendly and accessible, with a focus on simplicity and readability for individuals with diabetic retinopathy.
Final MockupsUser Testing
Quantitative / Questionnaire Usability
We identified potential users and requested that they complete specific tasks using the high-fidelity prototype designs. These tasks included creating an account, logging blood glucose levels and meals, selecting and editing meal plans, starting discussions, and setting reminders.
First SUS Testing
The first round of testing received a SUS score of 67.9%, with mixed reviews. Feedback was used to make iterative improvements to the application.
Second SUS Testing
The second round of testing received a SUS score of 70%, showing improved user satisfaction and ease of use.
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Feedback Analysis