While I’m still skeptical about the accuracy of this type of AI, I visited two other exhibitors who tested my skin with widely varying results: one told me I had a skin age of 25, the other 42. The latter specifically scolded me. . about my dark circles, but he gave me higher marks for lightness and smoothness, and then he recommended products for a complete skincare routine tailored to my skin type. I don’t know who to trust, if anyone.
Similar technology can also monitor internal health. I tried a platform that scans your face to determine your risk level for various health issues (including mental health) based on your estimated blood pressure, heart rate, and other vital signs. I have nothing to compare it to, so it’s hard to say how accurate it was, but it’s another sign that we’ll see more options to assess our health from home to share with doctors or receive AI-generated feedback.
Smart home tools for proactive healthcare
Speaking of assessing our health from home, I predict that smart devices for monitoring health and fitness will skyrocket even more in 2023.
We’ve already seen an influx of wearable devices that monitor fitness, sleep, heart rate, blood pressure, and even blood oxygen levels, which can be used to alert us to potential problems before a visit to the doctor. I attended a session where the CEO of Oura Ring discussed the usefulness of the smart ring, particularly for sleep and “digital birth control,” or cycle tracking through wearable devices, which he believes will be even more important in the future.
Taking wearables even further, a Healthify medical officer explained how people can use their CGM, or continuous glucose monitor, along with an app-facilitated human or AI coach to help them understand their metabolic panel and how best to eating and exercising for your needs. bodies.
