Are you on a weight loss plan? Do you need a small portable calorie counter so you can keep those calories in check? Due to the vast range of technology, portable calorie counters have been invented to help you stick to your diet plan. Some are used only as counters, and others have a built in database and electronic journals. Most of them have a database for over 50,000 food items, including popular fast food and restaurant food. Some of these little gadgets are:

Calorie Smart, a small handheld calculator like device that stores a database of over 50,00 foods, thus allowing you to stop wondering about what you are eating and start enjoying. It can fit easily into your pocket or purse, making it easier to carry around. While you eat, you can look up the nutritional facts and values of that particular type of food. Using the electric journal, you can keep track of the foods you eat and review them later. You can store up to a year's data in this device. It can also let you get different goals of the different nutrients (carbs, sodium, fat, fiber, protein etc.) and track the nutrients to let you know if you have completed your goals by the end of the day. You can also personalize your device by adding up to 1,000 new food items and meals, a list of your favourite foods and new excersize information. If you buy the CS100S model of this device, you can connect the deivce to a PC and print out extensive reports and charts. This feature is only available in CS100S model cost $79.99. The CS80S model (without the PC connection) is for $59.99. Buy anyone of these at www.coheso.com

For only $19.99, you can get a mini version of CalorieSmart. This version is called the CalorieSmartMini. Also availble at Coheso, this little calorie calculator is the perfect handheld health tool for diabetes and weight loss. Users with diabetes can keep track of their carb intake to keep their blood sugar and medications balanced. Just like the CalorieSmart, the CalorieSmartMini has a database of over 50,000 foods. You can also add up to 500 of your own food items. It has an LCD screen that lights up for easy viewing, making it easier to use in the dark. It has an easy to use key pad. It's size and weight easily allow you to carry it around in your pocket or purse. AAA batteries (2) are included for immediate usage.