MOBILE
HEALTH
Smartphones can not only take photos and play
your favorite
tunes, they can help you manage your health
through
a variety of free and low-cost apps.
Here’s how:
·
EAT
RIGHT. Setting goals, recording
your food intake soon after meals, and monitoring your progress will help stay
on track.
·
QUIT SMOKING. There are
several websites that provide support and tips for kicking the habit.
·
BOOST YOUR FITNESS. You can measure and record your heart rate,
steps per day or calories burned, as well as create a custom workout with
exercise and stretching routines.
·
MANAGE DIABETES, HYPERTENSION OR OTHER
CONDITIONS. Individuals
using apps for diabetes have been able to improve their blood sugar control.
You can even use your phone with an optional cuff to measure and track your
blood pressure.
·
EDUCATE YOURSELF. Whether you want to learn about
medications, illnesses or first-aid techniques, apps can help you locate the information
quickly
·
REDUCE STRESS AND IMPROVE SLEEP. There are programs that teach you deep
breathing, and others that provide relaxing background music and sounds to
promote sleep.
