Track: Information Technology and Information Systems

Abstract

An allergy is a person's reaction when exposed to chemicals, typically harmless for other people in an environment. Allergens are believed to occur in dust mites, animals, pollen, flies, ticks, molds and some medicine. As 20% of household middle incomes go to restaurants to go for a bite. One in a family of five will likely have allergies to the food they eat. Being exposed to substances is a daily occurrence for an individual and there is always a chance to be exposed to unknown chemicals that can harm a person without knowing the contents of the substance. This paper focuses on helping users navigate safely in the menu of a restaurant with their allergies considered. The developed system followed a software methodology system that includes gathering of data, requirements analysis, system design, implementation, and testing. A user acceptance testing was conducted with a satisfactory result.