A systematic appraisal of the information, engagement, aesthetic and functional quality of nutrition-related smartphone apps for children and adolescents.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

Nutrition-related smartphone applications (apps) could improve children's nutrition knowledge and skills. However, little is known about the quality of nutrition-related apps for children. This study aimed to identify and evaluate the quality of nutrition-related smartphone apps designed for children ages 4-17.

Design

This systematic appraisal is guided by the Protocol for App Store Systematic Reviews.

Setting

Using Google's Advanced Search, we identified 1814 apps/1184 additional apps in an updated search on iOS, of which twenty-four were eligible. The apps' objective and subjective quality were evaluated using the twenty-three-item, five-point Mobile App Rating Scale. The objective quality scale consists of four subscales: engagement, functionality, aesthe

SUBMITTER: Francis L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10346071 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature