Nima is a breakthrough brand offering innovative portable sensors that allow people to test foods for gluten contamination.
For those managing gluten sensitivities, eating out and trusting food preparation can be extremely stressful. Even tiny amounts of cross-contamination can trigger reactions and undermine the gluten-free diet. To address this problem, entrepreneurs Scott Sundvor and Shireen Yates founded Nima in 2014, launching an innovative portable sensor to test foods for hidden gluten.
Nima offers the first consumer gluten sensor that provides on-the-spot results in just minutes. The pocket-sized device uses advanced technology to detect traces of gluten down to 20 parts per million, the FDA standard for gluten-free labeling. This level of sensitivity offers unmatched protection against cross-contamination.
Testing food with Nima is designed to be quick and easy. Users simply collect a small food sample with the test wand, insert it into a disposable test capsule, pop the capsule into the sensor, and wait a few minutes. The digital display clearly shows if gluten is detected or not. No more uncertainty or stressing about your meals.
This revolutionary product finally gives gluten-sensitive individuals an easy, reliable way to test meals anywhere life takes them – restaurants, friends’ homes, travel, family gatherings, and more. The portable, user-friendly Nima sensor provides the certainty needed to feel safe, relaxed, and included.
With its combination of cutting-edge technology and thoughtful design, Nima stands poised to transform how those adhering to gluten-free diets manage their lifestyle. Discover what true peace of mind tastes like with Nima gluten sensors.
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The Nima sensor can detect gluten down to 20 parts per million, meeting the FDA standard for gluten free labeling. This level of sensitivity gives you confidence that you'll be alerted to relevant traces of gluten in your food. No more guessing if your meal is actually gluten free.
Just insert a food sample into a Nima test capsule, pop it into the sensor, and get results within minutes. The digital display clearly shows if gluten was detected or not. No more waiting around wondering if your food is safe to eat. Nima gives you fast answers you can trust.
Nima is designed to be user-friendly and intuitive for anyone to operate. Simply collect a sample with the test wand, mix it into the capsule, insert the capsule in the device, and press start. In a few minutes, your results are displayed on the easy-to-read screen. Gluten testing doesn't get much simpler than this.
The Nima sensor is pocket-sized and lightweight, so you can easily take it anywhere. Test foods at restaurants, friend's houses, family gatherings, or while traveling. Having portable, on-the-go gluten testing gives you confidence no matter where you are.
Each Nima test uses a fresh capsule, avoiding any risk of cross-contamination between tests. This gives you clean, reliable results every time. The disposable capsules provide an added layer of safety and convenience.
The Nima app unlocks added features to help you get the most from your sensor. You can store details on foods you've tested, track past results, find eateries validated by other users, and more. Connecting your sensor to the app enhances the experience.
The Nima sensor uses a unique combination of monoclonal antibodies, mechanical filtration, and electrochemical transduction to detect the presence of gluten down to 20ppm. When a food sample is inserted into the proprietary test capsule, gluten peptides bind to preloaded antibodies which generates an electrical signal proportional to the level of gluten present.
The Nima sensor can test a wide variety of foods including solids, liquids, and creamy foods. Both raw and cooked foods are compatible. It's important to insert a sufficient sample size into the capsule to allow accurate gluten detection.
Results are displayed on the Nima sensor's digital interface within 2-3 minutes typically. The rapid analysis allows you to quickly determine if gluten was detected before consuming a food item.
Extensive testing shows Nima provides very accurate gluten detection down to the FDA limit of 20ppm. However, it specifically identifies intact gluten peptides and does not detect fermented or hydrolyzed gluten.
Currently the Nima sensor only detects the presence of intact gluten. However, the company is researching ways to expand the technology to identify other common food allergens in the future.
The disposable Nima capsules are designed for single use to prevent cross-contamination between food samples. It's recommended to use a new capsule for each food you test.
Yes, the Nima sensor can accurately test liquid samples by inserting the test wand into the beverage and adding it to the capsule. Care should be taken to not exceed the maximum fill line.
Currently, Nima utilizes single-use capsules to prevent false positives from traces of past tests. Reusable cartridges are not available, but the company is exploring new capsule materials to improve sustainability.
The Nima sensor battery provides up to 6 months of use on a full charge. The actual battery life depends on frequency of testing. It takes 2-3 hours to fully recharge via USB cable.
At this time, the Nima sensor is only capable of detecting the presence of gluten. However, the company is actively researching ways to expand the technology to identify other common allergens and food sensitivities beyond gluten.