The BodyKey solution consists of two parts: a hand held device as well as a computer software program. So how does this thing work? Well, let’s say this morning you woke up at 6am and had a healthy breakfast like cereal and fruit. Then at 7:30am you went to the gym for a 45 minute workout, which consisted of weight training and running on the treadmill. Now fast forward about an hour and you can now see how your body is responding.

First, pick up the device and clip in a disposable test cartridge. Next, supply a small urine sample to the disposable test cartridge. Then, 45 seconds later the device has finished analyzing the sample. Now, you can simply hit the eject button on the device to cleanly dispose of the test cartridge. Now the fun starts!

The device will give you an immediate reading of how much fat you have just burned from your morning efforts. This information is key. Many people give up on their weight loss journey because they get frustrated due to lack of results. Our product will give you immediate feedback on your efforts letting you know that you are, in fact, making progress towards your weight loss goals. This positive psychological reinforcement is critical to helping people to stick with their program. Additionally, the computer software program is packed with useful tools that allow you to track your daily progress, help you select foods and exercise programs that are ideal for your body, and provide you with accurate forecasting so you will know how long it will take you to reach your goal.

Josh Spear: Check out this incredible Kickstarter project and support it if you can. I’ve just now become an Executive Producer. The bracelets shown here (and highlighted in the video) are made from scrap metal left from bomb scraps in Laos. During the Vietnam War, the US military dropped more bombs on supply routes in Laos than it did on all of Europe during World War II.

They can be purchased for only $15. The Kickstarter project is to create a film documenting the process, the journey, and the work behind the rehabilitation there.

The peaceBOMB bracelet is made from Vietnam War-era bombs by rural artisans in a part of Laos heavily afflicted by the US bombardment during the Secret War, 1964-1973. We want to create video content that shows how, since the 70s, the artisans have taken a constructive approach to the devastation of war by repurposing bomb metal into spoons and, now, bracelets.

Peace Bomb Bracelets [Josh Spear]

Fresh Plaza: Del Monte is shaking up the fresh cut section with a brand new range of Del Monte Fruitini bags, these will be sold exclusively by TESCO.

Crinkly Apple Slices, Scrummy Grapes, Juicy Pineapple “Slithers” and Luscious Melon Bites are intended for the younger market. This new product is aimed at the lunch box section which has risen 8%.

By selling exclusively at TESCO it also gives the superstore the opportunity to capture the market of parents looking for that healthy option for their kids.

The fruit packs have colourful images which appeal to kids, and so help adults in getting kids to eat more fruit.

Del Monte shake up the fresh cut sector [Fresh Plaza]

Cool Hunting: The company’s blue chip status comes from the traditional techniques of their Japanese brush-making heritage, which they put to use for a variety of styles. Made from natural hair—ranging from Blue Squirrel to weasel—their output includes the S100 Series, the Kokutan Series, which includes standard and portable brushes, and private label brushes for cosmetics companies.

Vetted for the highest quality hair, artisans make the brushes in Hakuhodo’s factory in Kumano, Japan using a traditional sculpting method that leaves the superfine hair tips intact for superior makeup application. After removing crooked and low-quality hairs from each brush with a special hand-sorting technique, the brush is sculpted into a mountain shape angled to follow the contours of a face. The result is a brush that not only performs but is easy to use, and (as Hakuhodo cites as their mission), “the perfect tool.”

Hakuhodo Brushes [Cool Hunting]

TrendCentral: The sight of iridescent bubbles has the power to transport us to an evocative landscape of grassy backyards, skinned knees and frozen Capri Suns. So it should come as no surprise that someone – in this case, venerated perfumer Francis Kurkdjian – has fused the juvenile flamboyance of bubbles with the elegance of artisanal fragrance. With his 7-year-old niece as his muse, Kurkdjian scented the bubbles in his newest creation, Les Bulles d’Agathe, with three different springtime bouquets (cold mint, cut grass and pear) intended to pique children’s interest in their sense of smell. To be honest, we think the bubbles’ sophistication in this series may go over kids’ heads, but we could certainly put them to good use after our next BBQ at which the resonant smell of burnt charcoal on a damp summer’s eve is less than intoxicating.

Heaven Scent [TrendCentral]

Coolest Gadgets: When women travel, their makeup case goes with them, wherever they’re getting ready, that case is typically right there. Having a simple case always makes getting ready far less chaotic. Then if you add your favorite music to the combination, it makes for a more soothing morning. This Stila case manages to give both by having speakers actually built into in order to hook up your MP3 player.
The Stila case has plenty of compartments to keep your makeup where you can actually find all of it. To top things off it actually includes some makeup, like foundation, eye shadow, lip glaze and convertible color for your lips as well as cheeks. Along with the speakers, it has a DVD beautytube and an instruction card. The entire case and kit is being sold for $69.99.
Stila Makeup Case comes with built-in speakers [Coolest Gadgets]

DuoFertility is an advanced, new fertility monitor which helps you to conceive naturally. A non-invasive, easy-to-use female fertility monitor, it is the most convenient, and precise way of maximising your chances of getting pregnant.
The method used by the DuoFertility fertility monitor is scientifically proven to identify your most fertile days with 99% accuracy, showing you exactly when you are most likely to conceive. Get back in control of your fertility by knowing when you are ovulating up to 6 days in advance. DuoFertility is a cost-effective alternative to assisted reproductive treatments, such as IVF.

Iconoculture: For those who fear deplaning with bugs they originally didn’t board with, global defense and aerospace company BAE Systems and Quest International have joined to develop a filtration system that removes viruses, bacteria and pollutants from cabin air.
AirManager, which can be retrofit to existing airline air conditioning systems, zaps particles with electrons, effectively sterilizing air and reducing the spread of disease on-board. Quest claims AirManager destroys swine flu, avian flu, MRSA and other airborne bugs.
AirManager makes plane air pure air [Iconoculture]

Iconoculture: Like a personal trainer without the pecs and fees, Mint Select’s Digital Talking Dumbbells use internal speakers and WiFi to monitor and motivate at-home weight workouts. The smart dumbbells count reps, monitor speed and posture and transmit this data wirelessly to your PC. Voice feedback provides tips about form and encourages worker-outers to reach preset goals.
Watch who you’re calling a dumbbell, dumbbell [Iconoculture]

At Jetts Fitness 24/7, you don’t pay for facilities such as steam rooms, pools, crèches and classes that you pay for at other clubs but never get time to use. Memberships start from $17.95 per fortnight for unlimited access to all clubs nationwide. You can workout on your terms at a time that suits your busy schedule. There are no lock in contracts, no crowds, 24/7 access and close to home facilities give you the flexibility you need to achieve results.

Yanko Design: Imagine the soccer ball aiming straight for your eyes instead of the net. It sure is not the best day to show-off your new Armani shades. Crash, Bam and broken shards of designer glasses!
Easy remedy anyone? Safer and wiser to use: The Optimal Vision Color Contact Lens that are NOT COSMETIC, but act like sunglasses. Shades of green, yellow, red and grey prim your eyes up and offer sunglasses protection without the risk of injury. It is designed by Jin-young Yoon, Jun-kyo Lee & Young-ho Lee.
Cool Catty Eyes Are Better Than Designer Shades [Yanko Design]