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Calorie Readouts on Apple Watch Remain Educated Guesses, Not Exact Measurements
technology1 month ago

Calorie Readouts on Apple Watch Remain Educated Guesses, Not Exact Measurements

New analysis finds Apple Watch calorie readings are educated guesses, not precise measurements: wearables can track heart rate, but energy expenditure is estimated from proxies like movement and heart rate, leading to sizable errors (Stanford 2024: average ~27% off, some devices up to 93% off); a Nature study also notes accuracy degrades with factors like multiple sensors and skin tone. Providing height and weight may improve estimates, but true calorie burn remains highly variable, so treat these numbers as estimates rather than exact facts.

via Engadget|
#apple-watch#calorie-tracking#energy-expenditure
Gamified Diet Apps Can Boost Habits, But Pose Risks for Some Users
health1 month ago

Gamified Diet Apps Can Boost Habits, But Pose Risks for Some Users

Nutrition-tracking apps like MyFitnessPal and Noom use badges, streaks, and other game-like features to encourage meal logging and goal setting, which can help some people manage health conditions and stay motivated, but researchers warn these gamified cues may worsen body image and trigger disordered eating in others; experts advise setting realistic goals, listening to your body, and focusing on sustainable, mindful habits rather than extreme calorie targets.

via KSL.com|
#body-dysmorphia#calorie-tracking#disordered-eating
Steady meals and weekend calories tied to greater weight loss, study finds
nutrition-diet-obesity-weight-loss-fitness5 months ago

Steady meals and weekend calories tied to greater weight loss, study finds

In a Health Psychology study of 112 adults in a behavioral weight‑loss program, researchers found that eating the same meals and maintaining a consistent daily calorie intake led to greater weight loss than a highly varied diet. Each 100‑calorie daily fluctuation reduced weight loss by about 0.6%; participants who repeated more than half of their weekly foods lost about 5.9% of body weight versus 4.3% for those with a more varied diet. Additionally, those who logged higher weekend calories tended to lose more weight. The findings support building routines around go‑to meals, tracking intake for mindfulness and accountability, and rotating foods within groups to preserve enjoyment and gut diversity. GLP‑1 weight‑loss drugs exist and are popular, but behavioral strategies remain effective.

via Medical News Today|
#behavioral-psychology#calorie-tracking#diet-patterns