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Paper Star

YC X26

San Francisco, US · Founded 2026 · 3 employees · 1 known investors

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An AI-powered food journal application that personalizes nutrition guidance based on individual health goals and lifestyle constraints rather than generic calorie-tracking recommendations.

Also known as Paper Star, Corp. · Napkin Math · Paper Star

AI & Machine LearningConsumerEnterprise SoftwareAIUnited States of AmericaAmerica / Canada

Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (X26)

Paper Star was founded in 2026 by Jynnie Tang, Manuel Castro, and Claire Nord.

JTJynnie Tang
Jynnie TangCo-FounderJynnie Tang previously worked at Retool and One More Multiverse, and studied at MIT. She is now building Napkin Math, an AI-powered food journal application.
MCManuel Castro
Manuel CastroCo-FounderManuel Castro previously worked at Sonos, a healthcare technology company, and Verkada before founding Napkin Math, an AI-powered food journal application.
CNClaire Nord
Claire NordCo-FounderClaire Nord previously worked on OS security at Apple and as an engineer at Samsara, and holds a degree in Computer Science from MIT (2019). She is currently building Napkin Math, an AI-powered food journal application.

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Napkin Math - hyper-personalized AI food journalycombinator.com · May 2026

Frequently asked questions

What does Paper Star do?
An AI-powered food journal application that personalizes nutrition guidance based on individual health goals and lifestyle constraints rather than generic calorie-tracking recommendations.
Who founded Paper Star?
Paper Star was founded by Jynnie Tang, Manuel Castro, Claire Nord in 2026.
Who are Paper Star's investors?
Paper Star's investors include Y Combinator.
Where is Paper Star headquartered?
Paper Star is headquartered in San Francisco, US.