Google Health Fixes Nutrition and Workout Tracking Errors

Google has released an update for its Google Health app, marking the first major update since its recent redesign and rebranding. Version 5.01 addresses critical bugs affecting the accuracy of workout, nutrition, and sleep data.

Among the fixes are issues with incorrect run classifications, missing split data, duplicate step counts, and problems loading GPS maps. The update also resolves bugs that prevented some users from seeing sleep scores and caused outdated information to appear in the "Today" feed. iOS users can now seamlessly transfer Fitbit data to their Google accounts.

On the nutrition front, the update introduces the ability to view and log previously created custom food items (creating new ones is not yet available). Google has also improved integration with third-party services like MyFitnessPal* and Cronometer, fixing errors in meal categorization. New macronutrient goal-setting tips have been added to simplify meal planning.

Developers note that the update will roll out gradually over the week, with availability depending on the device and carrier. Future versions will expand functionality, including the ability to create new custom food items.