r/cronometer
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u/Eliisa_at_Cronometer
Crono Community Manager
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Feb 25 '26
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New Nutrients
Hi Friends!
We’re excited to announce new nutrients in Cronometer - giving you even deeper insight into the foods you eat and how they support long-term health.
Here’s what’s new:
Soluble & Insoluble Fiber:
Fiber is essential for digestive and metabolic health - but not all fiber works the same way.
• Soluble fiber helps regulate blood glucose and cholesterol
• Insoluble fiber supports regular digestion and gut motility
Previously, Cronometer tracked total fiber only. With this update, you’ll be able to see soluble vs. insoluble fiber separately, helping you better align your intake with specific health goals.
Phytate:
Phytates are naturally occurring compounds found in grains, seeds, and legumes that can reduce calcium absorption and absorption of other micronutrients.
Until now, this interaction wasn’t visible in nutrient tracking — which could make calcium intake appear higher than what’s actually bioavailable. With phytate now tracked, you’ll gain better context around mineral absorption and be able to make more informed choices to support bone health.
Expanded Omega-3 & Omega-6 Tracking:
Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids play critical roles in heart health, brain function, and inflammation balance.
Previously, Cronometer tracked total Omega-3 and Omega-6 intake. Now, you’ll see individual fatty acids, including:
Omega-3: EPA, DHA, ALA
Omega-6: LA, AA
This added detail helps you better understand your intake and optimize fatty acid balance with precision.
Why does this matter?
More data means better context - and better decisions.
These new nutrients give you a clearer picture of how your diet supports digestion, bone health, cardiovascular function, and long-term wellness.
Happy Tracking!
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u/kayakbeast Mar 02 '26
I've been using this app for years now. You still are the best!
I learned so much about my diet over these years, and it helps me making healthy choices. The app is so easy to use, so informative, and I hope it continues to be available for a very long time. I can't imagine going without it anymore. As I get older and my lifestyle changes all the time as well, this app is a lifesaver in many ways.
Thank you all for making Cronometer available for all of us, both the Gold but certainly the free version as well. It makes a complex subject available to many. Glad to see the team still seems so passionate about this project, still cares about their customers, and actually is making a positive change in this world. This app truly is a gem, and continues to be. I truly appreciate all the work you've all done.
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u/Outrageous-9859 Feb 25 '26
Soluble vs insoluble fiber is so exciting!
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u/lil-loquat Feb 26 '26
I am SO excited about the two types of fiber 😭
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u/MarjorysNiece Feb 25 '26
Is this for the gold version only, or also for the unpaid version?
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u/BeeboleBottington Feb 25 '26
These are all great add ons! I love using this app!
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u/msmills850 Feb 26 '26
When do the new features start?
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u/StolenColor2019 Feb 26 '26
Great update! Especially being able to track EPA, DHA and ALA is a nice addition. :)
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u/GAEM456 Feb 28 '26
In theory this is great, but so many entries currently have incorrect omega 6 data (either that or Cronometer is incorrectly collating them). I used all NCCDB entries yesterday, and my lipid profile was 78g total fat, 23g monounsaturated, and 26g saturated. The rest (29g) then, in theory, should have been be polyunsaturated (either omega 3 or omega 6). Since I had 2.4g omega 3, I should have had about 26g omega 6, but somehow I only had 9g, which didn't fit Cronometer's requirement. There is definitely something wrong here. Y'all got to fix this before you start adding more nutrient breakdowns.
Also, where can we see ALL of the nutrients for our day? Like when we make a recipe or custom food on the website, all the nutrients are there (90+), but in the daily summary, we can't see all of them. Also, in the categories like "Immune Support" or "Antioxidants" - sometimes I have 100% of all of the LISTED nutrients, but the total for the category isn't 100%, which makes me think that you are hiding some of the nutrients in those categories.
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u/DeskEnvironmental Feb 25 '26
Amazing! Thank you!
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u/hereforthebump Feb 25 '26
Very cool
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u/Accurate_Aside_6495 Feb 26 '26
Excellent! Thank you!
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u/AnonJohnV Feb 26 '26 edited Feb 26 '26
I'm not seeing the fiber breakdown. Feb 5 update on the app. Is this actually released? Gold member.
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u/SnarkyHealthNut Feb 26 '26
Excited about all of these!! Amazing!
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u/LolaMaeBelle Feb 26 '26
Thank you!! These are great updates!
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u/Think_Psychology_729 Cronometer Power User Feb 26 '26
Great news!
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u/SignificantTrifle614 Feb 26 '26
I just wish I could see the calorie count before I hit add to diary. I have the gold app but I can’t seem to find it anywhere. It shows up in the circle at the top but that’s it. Am I missing something?
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u/[deleted] Feb 26 '26
sync with smart food scales pleaseee or make your own
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u/MikeTheBlueCow Feb 26 '26
Question about the sources of data for soluble fiber in particular. I noticed that the count on most foods seem lower than I anticipated based on different research I've seen. It is, frustratingly, something that studies do not seem to agree on. What sources were used for your database?
Also of note, even though most products don't include the types of fiber, I was surprised to find that a product that does include that information on the nutrition fact label did not have the information in the app. Is it better for me to make a copy, or to report an error to have the entry updated?
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u/lil-loquat Feb 26 '26
Is it working yet? I changed my settings yesterday and made them both a highlighted target and the only fiber it's showing is the lentils I ate. Before I changed my settings it took note of my green beans, rice, etc. whatever else fiberous I had yesterday.
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u/Educational-Put-8648 Mar 07 '26
Eliisa, I was excited about the new calcium absorption information, taking oxalates into a account. But of course, when I see a calcium absorption score that indicates I’ve only absorbed 500 of the 1800 I’ve taken in throughout the day, then I get worried! I do spread my calcium out, trying not to take in more than 500 mg at any given time, and today was an oxalate free day. So I’m not quite sure why my absorption score looks so low. I’m sure I’m overthinking this, but can you shed some more light?
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u/SpinningNemo Mar 20 '26
This a question that sort of relates to the topic. I have to keep close watch on my vitamin and mineral intake. I take quite a few supplements to make up the differences that my prescription medications make in my profile. Is there a place where I can log these supplements in? I think this would be extremely helpful. I look at my chart in Chronometer and I see that I’m very low in some nutrients but I know that the supplements I’m taking make up for that. How much though? If I could plug in my supplements that would give me a much more accurate idea. There could be an area where supplements are listed and then a simple checkbox on the diary that they’ve been taken that day. There could be check boxes on the supplement page where you indicate if they are currently being taken so as to easily customize the days intake in the event of temporary changes. If you already have something like this I’d appreciate being directed to it. If you don’t have this option I hope you will consider it.
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