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function calculateGroceryCost(householdSize, cookingAbility, dietaryNeeds, groceryStipend) { \/\/ Base grocery cost per person per week (USD) let baseWeekly = 65; if (cookingAbility === \"low\") baseWeekly = 85; \/\/ more prepared foods if (cookingAbility === \"high\") baseWeekly = 55; \/\/ cooking from scratch  if (dietaryNeeds === \"diabetic\" || dietaryNeeds === \"low_sodium\") baseWeekly *= 1.1; if (dietaryNeeds === \"renal\") baseWeekly *= 1.05;  let monthlyGrocery = baseWeekly * 4.33 * householdSize; if (groceryStipend > 0) monthlyGrocery = Math.max(0, monthlyGrocery - groceryStipend);  return Math.round(monthlyGrocery); } function calculateMealDeliveryCost(householdSize, mealsPerDay, costPerMeal, deliveryFee, mealsPerWeek) { \/\/ Each person needs ~21 meals\/week (3 meals\/day) let totalMealsPerWeek = householdSize * mealsPerDay * 7; if (mealsPerWeek > 0) totalMealsPerWeek = mealsPerWeek;  let weeklyCost = totalMealsPerWeek * costPerMeal + deliveryFee; let monthlyCost = weeklyCost * 4.33;  return { monthly: Math.round(monthlyCost), mealsPerWeek: totalMealsPerWeek }; } function calculateTimeSaved(shoppingTimePerWeek, cookingTimePerDay, householdSize, cookingAbility) { let shoppingWeekly = shoppingTimePerWeek; \/\/ hours let cookingDaily = cookingTimePerDay; \/\/ hours let cookingWeekly = cookingDaily * 7;  let totalTimeWeekly = shoppingWeekly + cookingWeekly; let totalTimeMonthly = totalTimeWeekly * 4.33;  \/\/ Meal delivery time: just reheating (10 min\/day) let deliveryTimeDaily = 0.17; \/\/ ~10 minutes let deliveryTimeWeekly = deliveryTimeDaily * 7;  let timeSavedWeekly = totalTimeWeekly - deliveryTimeWeekly; let timeSavedMonthly = timeSavedWeekly * 4.33;  return { timeSavedMonthly: Math.round(timeSavedMonthly), timeSavedWeekly: Math.round(timeSavedWeekly * 10) \/ 10, shoppingWeekly: shoppingWeekly, cookingWeekly: cookingWeekly }; } function calculateHealthScore(dietaryNeeds, cookingAbility, mealServiceDietary) { let score = 70; \/\/ baseline  \/\/ Grocery shopping health score let groceryHealth = 75; if (cookingAbility === \"high\") groceryHealth = 85; if (cookingAbility === \"low\") groceryHealth = 55; if (dietaryNeeds === \"diabetic\") groceryHealth -= 5; if (dietaryNeeds === \"renal\") groceryHealth -= 10;  \/\/ Meal delivery health score let deliveryHealth = 80; if (mealServiceDietary && mealServiceDietary.includes(dietaryNeeds)) deliveryHealth = 90; if (cookingAbility === \"high\" && !mealServiceDietary) deliveryHealth = 70;  return { groceryHealth: Math.min(100, groceryHealth), deliveryHealth: Math.min(100, deliveryHealth) }; } \/\/ Build the calculator card const card = document.createElement('div'); card.className = 'calculator-card';  card.innerHTML = ` <\/p>\n<div class=\"card-header\"> <\/p>\n<h1>🍽️ Meal Delivery vs Grocery Shopping Budget Planner<\/h1>\n<p> <pee>Calculates cost, nutrition control, & time saved for seniors 55+<\/pee> <\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div class=\"form-section\"> <\/p>\n<div class=\"row-2col\"> <\/p>\n<div class=\"input-group\"><label>👥 Household Size<\/label><input type=\"number\" id=\"householdSize\" value=\"2\" min=\"1\" max=\"6\" step=\"1\"><\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div class=\"input-group\"><label>🍳 Cooking Ability<\/label><select id=\"cookingAbility\"><option value=\"low\">Low (relies on frozen\/prepared foods)<\/option><option value=\"medium\" selected>Medium (cooks basic meals)<\/option><option value=\"high\">High (cooks from scratch regularly)<\/option> <\/select><\/div>\n<p> <\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div class=\"row-2col\"> <\/p>\n<div class=\"input-group\"><label>🩺 Dietary \/ Health Needs<\/label><select id=\"dietaryNeeds\"><option value=\"none\">None \/ General health<\/option><option value=\"diabetic\" selected>Diabetic \/ Low sugar<\/option><option value=\"low_sodium\">Low Sodium (heart health)<\/option><option value=\"renal\">Renal \/ Kidney diet<\/option> <\/select><\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div class=\"input-group\"><label>📦 Monthly SNAP \/ Food Stipend<\/label><input type=\"number\" id=\"groceryStipend\" value=\"150\" min=\"0\" max=\"1000\" step=\"25\"><\/div>\n<p> <\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div class=\"row-2col\"> <\/p>\n<div class=\"input-group\"><label>🕒 Hours per grocery trip<\/label><input type=\"number\" id=\"shoppingTime\" value=\"2\" min=\"0.5\" max=\"5\" step=\"0.5\"><\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div class=\"input-group\"><label>🕒 Daily cooking\/prep time (hours)<\/label><input type=\"number\" id=\"cookingTime\" value=\"1.5\" min=\"0\" max=\"4\" step=\"0.25\"><\/div>\n<p> <\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div class=\"row-2col\"> <\/p>\n<div class=\"input-group\"><label>🍽️ Meals per day from service<\/label><input type=\"number\" id=\"mealsPerDay\" value=\"2\" min=\"1\" max=\"3\" step=\"1\"><\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div class=\"input-group\"><label>💰 Meal Delivery Cost per Meal ($)<\/label><select id=\"mealService\"><option value=\"daily_harvest\">Daily Harvest - $8\/meal (plant-based)<\/option><option value=\"factor_meals\">Factor Meals - $13\/meal (premium, keto)<\/option><option value=\"silver_chef\" selected>Silver Chef - $12\/meal (senior-focused)<\/option><option value=\"mom_meals\">Mom's Meals - $10\/meal (medically tailored)<\/option><option value=\"hello_fresh\">HelloFresh - $11\/meal (meal kit, requires cooking)<\/option><option value=\"everyplate\">EveryPlate - $7\/meal (budget meal kit)<\/option> <\/select><\/div>\n<p> <\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div class=\"input-group\"><label>📦 Weekly Delivery Fee ($)<\/label><input type=\"number\" id=\"deliveryFee\" value=\"10\" min=\"0\" max=\"30\" step=\"2\"><\/div>\n<p> <button id=\"calcButton\">Compare Monthly Costs, Time & Health Impact<\/button> <\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div id=\"resultsPanel\" class=\"results-container\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div class=\"info-badge\"> 📘 Tool Basis: Based on USDA monthly food cost reports (thrifty\/low-cost plans) and national meal delivery service pricing (2024-2025). Time estimates based on AARP survey of senior meal preparation habits. Health scoring considers dietary adherence and cooking ability. <\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div class=\"disclaimer-box\"> ⚕️ Financial Disclaimer: This is an estimator only. SNAP\/EBT benefits vary by state. Medicare does not cover meal delivery except for specific post-discharge programs. Consult a registered dietitian for personalized nutrition advice. <\/div>\n<p> `;  root.appendChild(card);  function updatePlanner() { let householdSize = parseInt(document.getElementById('householdSize')?.value) || 1; let cookingAbility = document.getElementById('cookingAbility')?.value; let dietaryNeeds = document.getElementById('dietaryNeeds')?.value; let groceryStipend = parseFloat(document.getElementById('groceryStipend')?.value) || 0; let shoppingTime = parseFloat(document.getElementById('shoppingTime')?.value) || 2; let cookingTime = parseFloat(document.getElementById('cookingTime')?.value) || 1.5; let mealsPerDay = parseFloat(document.getElementById('mealsPerDay')?.value) || 2; let mealServiceKey = document.getElementById('mealService')?.value; let deliveryFee = parseFloat(document.getElementById('deliveryFee')?.value) || 10;  if (isNaN(householdSize) || householdSize < 1) householdSize = 1; if (isNaN(groceryStipend)) groceryStipend = 0; if (isNaN(shoppingTime)) shoppingTime = 2; if (isNaN(cookingTime)) cookingTime = 1.5; if (isNaN(mealsPerDay)) mealsPerDay = 2; if (isNaN(deliveryFee)) deliveryFee = 10;  const mealService = mealServices[mealServiceKey]; const groceryCost = calculateGroceryCost(householdSize, cookingAbility, dietaryNeeds, groceryStipend); const delivery = calculateMealDeliveryCost(householdSize, mealsPerDay, mealService.costPerMeal, deliveryFee, 0); const timeSaved = calculateTimeSaved(shoppingTime, cookingTime, householdSize, cookingAbility); const healthScores = calculateHealthScore(dietaryNeeds, cookingAbility, mealService.dietaryFocus);  const monthlyDifference = delivery.monthly - groceryCost; const cheaperOption = monthlyDifference < 0 ? \"Meal Delivery\" : \"Grocery Shopping\"; const savingsAmount = Math.abs(monthlyDifference);  let recommendation = \"\"; let recommendationColor = \"\";  if (monthlyDifference < -100) { recommendation = \"Meal delivery is significantly more cost-effective for your situation, especially considering time savings.\"; recommendationColor = \"#2e7d32\"; } else if (monthlyDifference > 100) { recommendation = \"Grocery shopping is substantially cheaper. Meal delivery may be worth it only if convenience is your top priority.\"; recommendationColor = \"#c62828\"; } else if (healthScores.deliveryHealth > healthScores.groceryHealth + 10) { recommendation = \"Meal delivery offers better nutritional alignment with your dietary needs. The small cost difference may be worth the health benefits.\"; recommendationColor = \"#f5a623\"; } else if (timeSaved.timeSavedMonthly > 20) { recommendation = \"You would save significant time with meal delivery. Consider a hybrid approach for maximum value.\"; recommendationColor = \"#f5a623\"; } else { recommendation = \"Both options are comparable. Consider a hybrid approach \u2014 use meal delivery for a few meals\/week and grocery shop for the rest.\"; recommendationColor = \"#1976d2\"; }  const resultsHTML = ` <\/p>\n<div class=\"result-card cost-card\"> <\/p>\n<h3>💰 Monthly Cost Comparison<\/h3>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div class=\"big-value\" style=\"color:${groceryCost < delivery.monthly ? '#2e7d32' : '#c62828'};\">Grocery Shopping: $${groceryCost.toLocaleString()}<\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div class=\"big-value\" style=\"color:${delivery.monthly < groceryCost ? '#2e7d32' : '#c62828'};\">Meal Delivery: $${delivery.monthly.toLocaleString()}<\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div class=\"meter-bar\">\n<div class=\"meter-fill\" style=\"width: ${Math.min(100, (savingsAmount \/ Math.max(groceryCost, delivery.monthly)) * 100)}%; background: ${monthlyDifference < 0 ? '#c62828' : '#2e7d32'};\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div style=\"margin-top: 6px;\">${cheaperOption} is <strong>$${savingsAmount.toLocaleString()}\/month ($${Math.round(savingsAmount * 12).toLocaleString()}\/year) cheaper<\/strong><\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div style=\"font-size:0.8rem;\">${mealDelivery} delivers ~${Math.round(delivery.mealsPerWeek)} meals\/week<\/div>\n<p> <\/div>\n<p>  <\/p>\n<div class=\"result-card time-card\"> <\/p>\n<h3>⏰ Time Savings Analysis<\/h3>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div class=\"big-value\">${timeSaved.timeSavedMonthly} <small>hours saved per month<\/small><\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div>\u2248 ${Math.round(timeSaved.timeSavedMonthly \/ 4.33)} hours\/week saved<\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div class=\"meter-bar\">\n<div class=\"meter-fill\" style=\"width: ${Math.min(100, (timeSaved.timeSavedMonthly \/ 40) * 100)}%; background: #1976d2;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div style=\"margin-top: 6px;\">Current time: ${timeSaved.shoppingWeekly}+${timeSaved.cookingWeekly} hours\/week (grocery + cooking)<\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div>Meal delivery time: ~1.2 hours\/week (heating)<\/div>\n<p> <\/div>\n<p>  <\/p>\n<div class=\"result-card health-card\"> <\/p>\n<h3>🩺 Health & Nutrition Impact<\/h3>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div class=\"row-2col\" style=\"gap:12px;\"> <\/p>\n<div style=\"flex:1; text-align:center; background:#e8f5e9; padding:10px; border-radius:16px;\"> <\/p>\n<div>🥬 Grocery Shopping<\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div class=\"big-value\" style=\"font-size:1.3rem;\">${healthScores.groceryHealth}\/100<\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div style=\"font-size:0.7rem;\">${cookingAbility === \"high\" ? 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