IPHONE 6 : A LIFESAVER ? help anyone who wears it lead a healthier life by being more active ,” said Jay Blahnik . Integrated with the HealthKit platform , the Apple Watch measures three aspects of movement : Move , Exercise and Stand .
Real-Time Workout Statistics The Workout app on the Apple Watch displays real-time stats such as calories , time , distance and pace for individual workouts . You can set goals , chart your progress and earn awards as you track specific workouts such as walking , running and cycling .
Heart Rate / Pulse Monitoring Infrared and visible-light LED ’ s , along with photosensors , on the Apple Watch detect a wearer ’ s heart rate . The tracking and storage of an individual ’ s heart rate and pulse information in BPM ( beats per minute ) could prove invaluable to those who suffer from arrhythmias or irregular heartbeats .
‘ The application Healthbook offers the option to track a user ’ s blood sugar levels and notify him / her of any unusual spikes or drops ’
BMI ( Body Mass Index ) and body fat percentage can be calculated upon entering your height and weight and progress can be tracked daily , weekly , monthly and yearly .
Diet Intake Said app can also monitor what you put in your mouth and how it affects your overall health . Keeping a log of your diet choices will also allow users to make changes where needed and be conscious of the choices they are making .
Weight Management Another equally as impressive app is Healthbook . Of its three primary tabs dedicated to fitness tracking is weight . Statistics like
Blood Sugar ( Glucose ) Tracking Approximately 26 million individuals in the United States have diabetes , according to a 2013 statistic from the American Diabetes Association .
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