‘Friend’ Your Way Thin With The Top Three Diet Apps

If you want to lose weight using an app or an online weight management program, don't be a wallflower.

According to a new study, you can 'friend' your way thin. The study showed that dieters who logged in regularly, recorded their weigh-ins and 'friended' other members online lost more than eight percent of their body weight in six months; compared to five percent who didn't connect with others.

Going to on site meetings or attending a group fitness class at the gym (which has been the most effective for me) isn't always practical. When you're unable to surround yourself with with an actual group of like minded people, who share a common goal, it's beneficial to connect with others who are on the same weight loss journey as you.

Luckily, there's  no need to go to meetings or pay for expensive gym memberships;  you just need to find the app that's right for you.

Techradar released a list of the seven best diet apps, with these being in the top three:

1. MyFitnessPal

Free

I've heard great things about this app, even Steve Shannon uses it. When you add your personal stats (height, age, sex, weight, target weight and so on) the app will work out how many calories you can consume each day to hit your target in the time frame you specify.

2. Superfoods

Free

This handy app makes things easy with a series of mini articles and it has a handy guide to all the individual superfoods and their specific benefits. The app will set out all the facts you need to make the most of the superfoods revolution. Remember, you are what you eat.

3. Nutrino

Free

Ever ask yourself, "what should I eat?" This great app builds a personalized menu for you, taking into consideration how many calories you should be eating each day to reach your goal. You then tell it what foods you like to eat and when and I'll build a menu for you and even makes a shopping list for you! You can even share your progress on social media.