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Do the Sauce Swap: MyFitnessPal and TABASCO® Brand Team Up for Spicy Summer Collab

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Wednesday, May 1, 2024

NEW YORK, May 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Turning up the heat on healthier meals, MyFitnessPal announces a partnership with TABASCO® Brand to show consumers that the brand's hot sauces are a great way to add flavor and excitement to healthy meals. As the number one global food and nutrition tracking app, MyFitnessPal's community regularly logs TABASCO® Brand hot sauces as a go-to condiment of choice. Focusing on the flavor profile of several TABASCO® Brand's best-sellers, the MyFitnessPal team reimagined ten recipes and with simple swaps, making them healthier without sacrificing the flavor.

Key Points: 
  • As the number one global food and nutrition tracking app, MyFitnessPal's community regularly logs TABASCO® Brand hot sauces as a go-to condiment of choice.
  • Focusing on the flavor profile of several TABASCO® Brand's best-sellers, the MyFitnessPal team reimagined ten recipes and with simple swaps, making them healthier without sacrificing the flavor.
  • A staple in kitchens across the country, TABASCO® Brand hot sauces are center stage in a new co-branded recipe collection now available on the free MyFitnessPal app and blog for easy meals that pack a punch of flavor.
  • When compared against traditional preparations, fan-favorite dishes like Chicken Fajitas lose 169 calories, 6.4g of fat, and 504.9mg of sodium, while remaining just as tasty.

MyFitnessPal Announces Tools and Content to Support the Health and Wellness of Members on GLP-1 Medications

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Tuesday, April 23, 2024

NEW YORK, April 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, MyFitnessPal, the number one global food and nutrition tracking app, introduced a variety of new tools and content developed to support the health and wellness of their members on GLP-1 medications (e.g., Mounjaro®, Ozempic®, Wegovy®, Zepbound™ ) to ensure they are offered a holistic approach that optimizes success. In addition to tracking their weight loss, the new updates and tools offered by MyFitnessPal empower members to develop and maintain consistency and proper nutrition while on these medications. Members will have access to a library of exercise videos to help maintain muscle, along with encouragement to eat and log high quality, nutrient-dense food to support the development of consistency and lasting healthy behaviors.

Key Points: 
  • In addition to tracking their weight loss, the new updates and tools offered by MyFitnessPal empower members to develop and maintain consistency and proper nutrition while on these medications.
  • MyFitnessPal built the free in-app plan in response to a survey2 that found 34% of the people say they would benefit from regular updates or content about GLP-1 medications as related to nutrition.
  • For more information on MyFitnessPal, visit www.myfitnesspal.com or download the app for free via the App Store or Google Play .
  • 1,2 Survey fielded by MyFitnessPal in January 2024 with 2000 people aged 18-64 across the United States.

Concerning New Statistics Highlight Inaccurate Nutrition Trends on TikTok

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Thursday, April 11, 2024

NEW YORK, April 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- From drinking a glass of chia seed water to trying the baby food diet, or even eating dog food to increase protein intake, there are some questionable viral nutrition and weight loss trends on social media platforms like TikTok ––and Millennials and Gen Z are listening. Today, MyFitnessPal released findings from a survey they conducted of 2,000 Millennials and Gen Z across the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and Australia, uncovering concerning statistics about the effect of viral trends popularized on TikTok.

Key Points: 
  • Today, MyFitnessPal released findings from a survey they conducted of 2,000 Millennials and Gen Z across the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and Australia, uncovering concerning statistics about the effect of viral trends popularized on TikTok.
  • The MyFitnessPal survey found that 87% of Millennials and Gen Z TikTok users have turned to the platform for nutrition and health advice, while 57% report that they are influenced by or frequently adopt nutrition trends they've found on the platform.
  • In fact, of those who are influenced by nutrition and health trends on TikTok, 67% report that they adopt at least one of these trends a few times a week.
  • To further understand the impact of platforms like TikTok on nutrition trends, MyFitnessPal partnered with Dublin City University on a research and experimental study that examined diet and nutrition content on TikTok.

More Data, More Clarity: MyFitnessPal Announces "Sleep Factors" to Help Educate Users on the Impact of Sugar, Water, and Exercise on Their Quality of Sleep

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024

NEW YORK, March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As National Sleep Week (March 10 – 16) fast approaches, MyFitnessPal – the #1 global nutrition and food tracking app – is rolling out their latest innovation: Sleep Factors. In November of 2023, the brand first introduced Sleep: an integration which allows members to view sleep data captured from a wide assortment of bestselling apps and trackers across iOS and Android, alongside their food logged for the day. Building on that technology, Sleep Factors now provides users with even more impactful insights on how the foods and drinks they consume during the day impact their nightly rest. 

Key Points: 
  • Building on that technology, Sleep Factors now provides users with even more impactful insights on how the foods and drinks they consume during the day impact their nightly rest.
  • "With the introduction of Sleep Factors, our members can begin to gain a deeper understanding of how sugar intake, water consumption, and exercise impact their overall quality of sleep.
  • Sleep Factors is now available on MyFitnessPal, within the Sleep feature of the app, and can be accessed when users pair the MyFitnessPal app with Health Connect (for Android users) or Apple Health (for iOS users).
  • The MyFitnessPal app can be downloaded for free via App Store and Google Play .

Americans Still in the Dark: New Data from MyFitnessPal Reveals Sizable Continuing Gaps in Basic Nutritional Knowledge

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Thursday, March 7, 2024

NEW YORK, March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The beginning of a new year is when health and wellness are top of mind for consumers, but new data reveals ongoing gaps in nutrition knowledge of Americans that could be hindering their personal goals. MyFitnessPal, the leading global nutrition and food tracking app, recently conducted their Nutrition IQ 2.0 survey1, in follow up to initial results from 2022. Trends from the data show that Americans have more to learn in 2024, with the majority of Americans still unaware of the nutritional value and content in their daily diet. With the data showing that Americans' knowledge of nutrition has not deepened significantly over the past two years, MyFitnessPal formed a scientific advisory council to guide the development of nutrition content, tools, and features that support members in achieving their health and nutrition goals.

Key Points: 
  • MyFitnessPal , the leading global nutrition and food tracking app, recently conducted their Nutrition IQ 2.0 survey1, in follow up to initial results from 2022.
  • Trends from the data show that Americans have more to learn in 2024, with the majority of Americans still unaware of the nutritional value and content in their daily diet.
  • Compared to 2022, Americans are still overestimating calorie count and protein content, while underestimating fat and carb content.
  • A majority of Scott's clients are males looking to lose weight, but they're also looking to address longevity and gut health.

MyFitnessPal Spills the Beans: Americans Don't Know Enough About Fiber and Have Bathroom Anxiety

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Thursday, February 8, 2024

NEW YORK, Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Roses are red, violets are blue, almost half of Americans don't know how their fiber intake impacts their business in the loo! Most are aware that Valentine's Day is coming up this week, but some may not know that the holiday is preceded by another standout occasion: National Poop Day (02/13/24). What does one have to do with the other? According to new data from MyFitnessPal, more than you might think.

Key Points: 
  • According to new data from MyFitnessPal , more than you might think.
  • The leading global nutrition tracking app recently conducted a survey1 which revealed that many Americans lack rudimentary knowledge about fiber intake and its impact on gut health.
  • Almost half (48%) of Americans avoid eating spicy food around their date/significant other/partner to prevent pooping around them.
  • 1 Survey fielded in January 2024 with 4000 people aged 18-59 across the U.S., Canada, UK, and Australia

MyFitnessPal Appoints Mike Fisher as Chief Executive Officer

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Thursday, January 18, 2024

NEW YORK, Jan. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- MyFitnessPal , the leading global nutrition and food tracking app, today announced the appointment of Mike Fisher as Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Jan. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- MyFitnessPal , the leading global nutrition and food tracking app, today announced the appointment of Mike Fisher as Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
  • Mike succeeds Dinesh Lathi who will remain involved with the company as a member of the Board of Directors.
  • Under Mike's leadership, MyFitnessPal will further its mission of helping people around the world improve their health through better food choices.
  • As CEO, I'm excited to pair my passion for consumer facing technologies with MyFitnessPal's commitment to improving human wellness," said Fisher.

Kate Hudson Teams Up with MyFitnessPal for 2024 Small Steps, Big Wins Plan

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Monday, January 8, 2024

NEW YORK, Jan. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- MyFitnessPal, the No. 1 global nutrition and food tracking app, is stepping into the New Year with an invitation to join their free, one-week Small Steps, Big Wins Plan. Designed to create sustainable, lifelong habits, the Plan introduces seven small changes that can have a big impact on health goals long-term across topics such as protein, sugar, hydration and more. This year, award-winning actress, author, and entrepreneur, Kate Hudson – along with her personal fitness trainer, Brian Nguyen – are partnering on the challenge by providing tips, tricks, food swaps, and inspirational affirmations to help users reach their personal health goals.

Key Points: 
  • 1 global nutrition and food tracking app, is stepping into the New Year with an invitation to join their free, one-week Small Steps, Big Wins Plan .
  • This is something I've been passionate about for years so developing the Small Steps, Big Wins Plan with them was a natural next step after using the app for years to track my nutrition," says Hudson.
  • Some of the Small Steps, Big Wins Plan highlights include:
    Seven small steps – from logging sugar intake to increasing hydration – that are easily attainable to successfully create lifelong healthy habits.
  • Simply download the free MyFitnessPal app and sign-up for the free Small Steps, Big Wins Plan today.

Demystifying the Relationship Between Nutrition and Sleep: MyFitnessPal Introduces New App Integration to Deepen Understanding of Food's Impact on Sleep

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023

NEW YORK, Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As the U.S. approaches the end of Daylight Savings, MyFitnessPal is introducing Sleep: a new integration feature that helps members make connections between foods eaten and their quality of sleep. The globe's top nutrition and fitness tracking app now has the capabilities to capture sleep data from a wide assortment of popular, bestselling apps and trackers across iOS and Android. As users log in and access the 'Sleep' section of the app, sleep data from the day before will be presented, alongside their food diary and nutritional information. Premium users will also have the ability to see time-stamps associated with logged food entries.

Key Points: 
  • "It's no secret that both nutrition and sleep are important to our health, but the relationship between the two is often overlooked.
  • The Sleep feature on MyFitnessPal can be accessed when users pair the app with Health Connect (for Android users) or Apple Health (for iOs users).
  • Exercising is Good for Sleep: 58% of people say exercising has a positive impact on their sleep quality.
  • The Eat Right, Sleep Tight plan is now available on MyFitnessPal, and can be downloaded for free via App Store and Google Play .

MyFitnessPal Teams Up with adidas to Offer Premium Subscriptions to adiClub Members

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023

NEW YORK, Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, MyFitnessPal announced a collaboration with adidas, a leading global sports brand, to show athletes how nutrition is at the core of performance and recovery. Now, members of the adidas' membership program, adiClub, in the United States and United Kingdom can redeem their adiClub points for MyFitnessPal Premium to support them in optimizing their athletic performance through tracking, while providing them with the tools they need to level-up their athletic performance.

Key Points: 
  • Now, members of the adidas' membership program, adiClub, in the United States and United Kingdom can redeem their adiClub points for MyFitnessPal Premium to support them in optimizing their athletic performance through tracking, while providing them with the tools they need to level-up their athletic performance.
  • Through this collaboration, adiClub members are empowered to make healthy nutrition choices that fuel and strengthen their bodies to drive peak performance.
  • adiClub members can redeem either a 3-month or a 1-year subscription to MyFitnessPal's Premium offering based on the amount of points they have in their balance.
  • The reward is accessible through the adidas app, Offer is subject to terms and conditions available at redemption.