Aparna Biju -

AI Health Wearables - Let Smartwatches and Rings Keep you well

The infusion of AI with wearables has ushered in a new era of wellbeing for fitness enthusiasts and health-conscious individuals.

The infusion of AI with wearables has ushered in a new era of wellbeing for fitness enthusiasts and health-conscious individuals. We often forget to care for ourselves in our fast-paced lives, packed with busy schedules and back-breaking work-life. We may not check the spike in our stress levels after a poor night’s sleep. We might hit the gym not being aware if the workouts are helping or hurting us. With the advent of AI wearables, you get a personal assistant who keeps track of your health and wellness.

The concept of proactive healthcare might be new to many. If a smartwatch or ring can help you avoid falling sick by predicting illness and recommending rest, hydration, or proper sleep, why not add them to your wardrobe? Take smartwatches, for example. The latest Apple Watch doesn’t just tell time or play music. It can detect irregular heart rhythms, track your blood oxygen levels, and even warn you if your sleep patterns suggest a possible health issue. Garmin’s watches are doing similar things, with built-in coaching and stress analysis.

Apart from smart watches, the popularity of smart rings is also on the rise. If you are someone who doesn’t want something bulky on your wrist, these smart rings are a good alternative. RingConn Gen 2 and Amazfit Helio Ring are considered to be very powerful health monitoring wearables. Users can now track their sleep and are constantly reminded to get proper sleep and take it easy if they haven’t had one the previous night.

Sometimes the data can be off, or the suggestions can be too generic. And yes, privacy is a concern- these gadgets collect a lot of personal health information. So it is important to choose trusted brands and check their data policies.

Wearable tech makes people feel that they are in control of their health. Healthcare sector can make use of this technology for data collection and to offer better diagnoses and treatments. The idea is simple: Prevention is better than cure, and AI wearables help you achieve that.