Smart Nutrition Solution | DNA Health Hackathon 2025
Theme Challenge

Smart Nutrition Solution

Technology-Driven Health for a Better Tomorrow

Combat malnutrition and lifestyle diseases in Bangladesh. Your mission: build AI-driven tools for personalized diet plans, growth tracking, and sustainable healthy eating habits for all economic segments.

The Core Challenge

Bridge the gap between nutritional knowledge and daily eating habits through smart technology

Your Mission

How can we utilize data analytics, AI, and mobile platforms to democratize access to personalized nutrition advice, track malnutrition in real-time, and incentivize healthy dietary choices for millions of Bangladeshis?

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The Nutrition Gap

Understanding the scale of the nutritional crisis

0% Children Under 5 Stunted
0% Women with Anemia
0% Deaths from Diet-Related NCDs
0M People Needing Awareness

Why This Matters

The strategic impact of smart nutrition

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Child Development

Proper nutrition in the first 1000 days is crucial for cognitive development and preventing irreversible stunting.

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NCD Prevention

Dietary management is the first line of defense against the rising tide of diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease.

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Maternal Health

Combating anemia and malnutrition in pregnancy ensures safer births and healthier newborns.

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Economic Impact

Malnutrition reduces workforce productivity. Healthy populations drive economic growth and reduce healthcare burdens.

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Food Safety

Technology can help consumers identify safe, adulteration-free food sources and understand nutritional labels.

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Digital Literacy

Accessible apps can bridge the knowledge gap, delivering expert nutritional advice to remote and urban areas alike.

Our Esteemed Judges

Meet the experts who will evaluate and mentor your innovative health solutions.

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DGMIS

DGMIS

Management Information System (MIS), DGHS

What You Can Build

Innovation pathways for creating accessible smart nutrition solutions

1 AI Diet Planners

  • Personalized meal plans based on local Bangladeshi cuisine
  • Affordable ingredient alternatives for low-income families
  • Integration with local market prices
  • Support for dietary restrictions (diabetes, hypertension)
  • Visual portion guides using common household items

2 Malnutrition Trackers

  • Digital growth charts for monitoring child development
  • Early warning systems for stunting and wasting
  • Community health worker reporting tools
  • Photo-based nutritional assessment
  • Connection to local health complexes for intervention

3 Nutrient Counters

  • Database of nutritional values for local foods
  • Macro and micronutrient tracking (Iron, Calcium, Protein)
  • Barcode scanners for packaged goods
  • Daily intake analysis and recommendations
  • Anemia prevention tracking for women

4 NCD Management

  • Specialized plans for diabetic and heart patients
  • Glycemic index tracking of local meals
  • Lifestyle and activity integration
  • Medication and meal timing reminders
  • Progress reports for doctors

5 Gamified Wellness

  • Challenges for drinking water and eating veggies
  • Points and rewards for maintaining streaks
  • Social sharing of healthy meals
  • Leaderboards for community engagement
  • Education through interactive quizzes

6 Affordable Meal Guides

  • Recipes optimized for cost and nutritional value
  • Seasonal food guides for best prices
  • Waste reduction and food preservation tips
  • Bulk cooking strategies for families
  • Shopping lists based on budget

Evaluation Criteria

How your solution will be judged by our expert panel

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Feasibility

Can the solution be realistically developed and implemented with the available technology and infrastructure in Bangladesh? Is the scope achievable?

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Scalability

How easily and affordably can the platform expand to serve millions of users across diverse economic and geographic regions?

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Sustainability

Does the proposed business model have clear, viable revenue streams and a robust cost structure to ensure long-term operation without perpetual subsidies?

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Innovation

How original and creative is the solution in addressing the systemic failures of current health insurance provision in the market?

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Compliance

Does the solution adhere to the necessary insurance regulations, data privacy laws, and ethical healthcare guidelines?

Ready to Revolutionize Nutrition?

The future of healthy living is in your hands. Join the DNA Health Hackathon 2025 and build solutions that save lives.