Melon: Know Your Food

Know what’s really in your food with Melon. Food labels are crowded, confusing, and often difficult to understand. Melon turns them into clear, practical information so you can see what a product contains, why it matters, and whether it fits your preferences. Scan a barcode and go beyond the front of the package. SEE THE FULL PICTURE Melon brings the most important product information together in one simple view: • Melon Score • Nutrition insights • Ingredient breakdowns • Food additive explanations • Allergen information • Processing level • Dietary compatibility • Key positives and concerns Instead of making you search through long ingredient lists and unfamiliar terms, Melon helps you understand the product in seconds. DECODE INGREDIENTS AND ADDITIVES Ingredient names can be technical, unfamiliar, or easy to overlook. Melon identifies ingredients and detected additives, then explains what they are, why they are used, and what you may want to know before choosing a product. Open an additive to explore: • Its purpose in food • Potential associated concerns • Pregnancy and children considerations • Halal, kosher, vegan, and vegetarian compatibility • Supporting scientific and religious sources When an ingredient’s status depends on its source or manufacturing process, Melon explains the uncertainty rather than giving you an oversimplified answer. PERSONALIZED TO YOUR NEEDS Your food choices are personal. Set your dietary preferences and allergens so Melon can highlight the information that matters most to you. Melon can help identify possible conflicts involving: • Allergens • Halal preferences • Kosher preferences • Vegan diets • Vegetarian diets • Other selected dietary needs This makes it easier to review products based on your own priorities, not someone else’s. LOOK BEYOND MARKETING CLAIMS Packaging can make almost any product look like a great choice. Melon helps you look deeper by showing the ingredients, nutrition, additives, and processing behind the label. See the strongest positives, the most important concerns, and the reasons behind a product’s score. Compare products with more context and less guesswork. MANAGE YOUR FOOD AT HOME My Fridge helps you keep track of what you already have, what is stored in your freezer, and what may be expiring soon. Use it to: • Organize fridge and freezer items • Track expiry dates • Reduce unnecessary food waste • Build and manage a shopping list • Remember what you need before your next grocery trip DISCOVER LOCAL FOOD SOURCES Explore nearby farms, markets, butchers, orchards, and other local food businesses in supported areas. Use filters to find places that match what you are looking for, review nearby options, and get directions directly from the app. LEARN WHILE YOU SHOP Every scan is an opportunity to understand food better. Track your activity, build streaks, learn about ingredients and additives, and progress through achievements as you become a more informed shopper. CLEAR INFORMATION. BETTER CHOICES. Melon is built for people who want more transparency from their food. We do not tell you what to eat. We give you the information to understand what is in front of you and make choices that fit your needs, values, and lifestyle. Scan. Learn. Choose Better. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Melon provides general educational information and is not a substitute for medical advice, professional dietary guidance, allergy verification, or religious certification. Product ingredients, formulations, and manufacturing methods may change. Always review the product label and contact the manufacturer when necessary.