Wayne Maddren was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes four years ago. He's supposed to test his blood sugar levels three times a day, but doesn't like pricking his fingers.
"I am probably not that good at doing that," says Mr Maddren. "I get quite slack, I might miss out on two or three days. The other thing too is that your fingers get very sore."
He admits his 'she'll be right' attitude isn't good for his health.
"It was only about two weeks ago I wasn't monitoring himself at all very well and I started back again and I was quite shocked at the level my blood sugars were at."
Wearable technology is big business - the industry is predicted to be worth $45 billion by 2020, and the technology is about to get even smarter.
As well as measuring steps and heart beats, the Helo wristband will soon add new features, including a blood sugar sensor which uses infra-red light.
"That's going to be good for anybody with a blood glucose condition but also people that are leading up to that as well," says Helo spokesperson Clare Williamson.
The Helo device, which pairs with a smart phone app, will set users back around $270.
The idea is that people with diabetes or pre-diabetes can monitor the effects their lifestyle choices have on their blood sugar.
"Self-care is the new healthcare, and this really is about becoming self-reliant," Ms Williamson says.
Helo LXis a #wearable #healthtracker that fits over your #wrist.
It looks similar to other #wrist-based trackers on the market, featuring a
minimalistic interface and an adjustable band.
#HeloLX focuses ontrackingthe activity of your heart. It uses a specific
frequency (125 Hz) to track your cardiovascular health (compared to the 35Hz on
the original Helo). Specific things tracked by the Helo LX includeblood pressure, ECG, heart rate, breath rate, mood, and fatigue. You
can also do a “Heart Check” to assess the overall health of your heart.
The Helo LX wearable was launched in
December 2016 by American multilevel marketing company World Media &
Technology Corp (which also calls itself “Wor(l)d”. The company claims to have
projected sales of 1 million Helo units worldwide.
Helo LX was introduced at CES 2017 in Las
Vegas. The company describes its LX model as “the luxury version of Helo”.
Essentially, this is a higher-priced version
of an ordinary wrist-basedwearable heartactivity tracker. Keep reading to find out if it’s worth your money.
Helo LX is powered by the Toshiba ApP lite
processor, which is the same processor found in the original Helo. The
processor analyzes data collected by a light sensor, then tracks that data over
time to learn more about you.
In the words of the makers of Helo LX, “more
measurement you do, more Helo will learn about you.”
Meanwhile, Helo LXtracks yourheartbeatin beats per minute.
Each measurement lasts 40 seconds. You’ll need to keep your wrist still for the
duration of the measurement – so this isn’t a constant on-demand heart rate
tracking system.
Similarly, the breath rate measurement takes
40 seconds and is completed by monitoring your wrist.
What about your mood and energy? How does
Helo LX track these things? Well, Helo LX’s processor will run all your
physiological data through its algorithms to make assumptions about your mood
and energy. Again, this scan takes 40 seconds, during which you’ll need to
remain motionless.
Helo LX Features
·Uses 125Hz sensor
sampling frequency for maximum accuracy
·Tracks blood pressure,
heart rate, breath rate, mood, and fatigue
·Can perform ECGs and
heart checks
·Modular, which means
you can swap out color bands or buy your germanium-backing separately
·5 clip-based color
bands available, letting you change the color of your wearable to suit your
mood, style, or activity
·Helo app lets you
monitor your cardiovascular data from your mobile device
·Remotely check the
heart health of friends and family using the WeCare app, giving you additional
peace of mind
·Setup an alert system
via the Helo app, letting you send an alert to certain friends and family if
you’re in trouble
·Weighs 103g
·2.5 x 4 x 1.2cm
·120mAh lithium battery
·BioZen technology.
Wor(l)d has a technology called BioZen. It consists of a sticker chip
engineered to reduce the harmful effects of “electrosmog”. According to
Wor(l)d, all our electronics give out harmful “electrosmog” during use. This
problem is largely invisible, but can cause health issues. BioZen purportedly
reduces the risks from electromagnetic fields. At a recent Helo LX introduction
event, attendees in the audiencewere
given BioZen stickers to place on their
phones and electronics
As mentioned above, the Helo LX is the
“luxury” version of the original Helo. It has many aesthetic and material
quality improvements over the original, as well as a new frequency range. Here
are the major differences between the two models:
·125Hz Versus 35Hz: The
original Helo used a 35Hz frequency, while the LX uses the 125Hz frequency.
Wor(l)d claims this leads to better accuracy in cardiovascular measurements.
·Smaller ECG Plate on
the Bottom: The ECG plate has been reduced and optimized.
·New Magnetic Charger:
The LX model uses a new charger with a magnetic connection.
·Better Build
Materials: The LX features 99.999% pure germanium stone on titanium plates.
·Color Bands: The LX
model uses Color Bands, allowing you to swap out your tracker with different
colors. There are 5 new colors in total, including Candy Pink, Ultra Violet,
Purple Red, Royal Blue, and Light Blue.
Helo LX Pricing
Today, the wearables market is crowded with
devices at all price ranges. You can find waterproof wrist-based
cardiovascular/health/fitness trackers for under $200. Helo LX is priced
significantly higher than the competition, however. Here’s how pricing breaks
down:
·Helo LX Box Set: $319
USD
·Helo LX Family Pack:
$1349
·Helo LX Premium Pack:
$1999
·BioZen Pack of 10:
$450
·BioZen Pack of 30:
$1350
The wearable is currently only available to
preorder. Estimated shipping is March 2017.
Despite the high price of Helo LX, the app
is not included with your purchase. You’ll need to pay a steep monthly
subscription fee to use the app and enjoy the full features of Helo LX.
Helo App Pricing
Helo has a “free” version of its app,
although it has extremely basic functionality and it expires after 30 days.
Once your trial period is over, you’ll need to sign up for the “Helo Pro Plan”.
The Helo Pro Plan gives you unlimited
recording time, support for 20 people on your WeCare plan, 3 people on your SOS
plan, and Guardian / LifeOracle support.
The Helo Pro Plan is priced at $12 USD per
month.
Helo LX Refund and Return Policy
Wor(l)d has an average return policy. You
can return your Helo LX within 15 days of delivery for any reason.
Beyond that initial 15 day period, returns
are only accepted on unused, original-condition products.
About World Media & Technology Corp.
World Media & Technology Corp, which
also does business under the name “Wor(l)d” is a multilevel marketing company
founded in 2011. The company is led by CEO Fabio Galdi.
In apress release
announcingthe launch of Helo
LX, Galdi explained that they’re expecting to sell one million Helo units
worldwide in 2017. He also explained that the company is planning to list
itself “on a major US exchange in 2018”. Official sales figures for the Helo
were not released – although the company claims to have ordered 300,000 ApP
Lite processors from Toshiba in the last 6 months.
Wor(l)d is headquartered in Miami and
maintains 15 offices worldwide. The company was founded in 2011.
According to the Wor(l)dAbout page, the company is “a
leading player in the drive towards a more economically stable, socially
connected world”, and is “a leader in the global markets of media, mobile and
wearable technologies.”
Essentially, Wor(l)d is an MLM that has
chosen to focus on the wearable niche.
Should
You Buy Helo LX?
Helo LX, at $320, is priced significantly
higher than most other wearables on the market – especially considering that it
lacks basic features found on other wearables (like waterproofing and fitness
tracking).
Today, you can find powerful heart rate
trackers for under $200 available online. These wrist-based monitors
continuously monitor your heart rate during activities – whether you’re
exercising or sitting on the couch.
With Helo LX, on the other hand, you have to
hold your wrist still for 40 (!) seconds while the device tracks your pulse.
You can take a faster measurement using your fingers.
For all of these reasons, Helo LX doesn’t
appear to be worth the money in a wearable market that’s already too crowded.
There are likewise a variety of products on the market to help decrease the unsafe effects of EMF's such as diodes, special crystals, biozen magnets and also pendants. Some are put straight on the electrical gadget and others are endured the body. Of these gadgets, the Q link necklace is my individual preferred as well as has gone through many researches and also has many testimonials on its performance in counteracting the ill effects of damaging EMF's.
Dr. David Woodworker, Dean at the Institution of Public Health, State University of New York believes it is likely that as much as 30% of childhood cancers originate from exposure to EMF's. Some researchers think that over exposure to EMF's are in charge of a high rate of suicide amongst electrical utility workers. Researchers at the College of North Carolina believe that EMF's contribute to the decrease in melatonin degrees which subsequently can cause insomnia, depression as well as self-destruction.
Biozen can provide several things that can be done to decrease exposure. Try not to stay in the cooking area when devices are in use, especially the microwave. Keep phones as well as alarm far from your body while resting. Prevent copulating an electric blanket. Transform it on warm the bed and then disconnect it. Waterbeds that heat up the water with power are bad news. Setting your computer as away as feasible where you sit. A level display monitor minimizes EMF direct exposure. Adjustment all fluorescent lights to incandescent ones. If using a cell phone, try to keep it as far from your body as feasible. Take into consideration an ear item to utilize with your mobile phone; otherwise the transmitter is only a few inches from your mind.
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Advanced technology is terrific and I'm absolutely not happy to give up contemporary eas, yet there are points that can be done to decrease EMF direct exposure. There is a design called a gauss meter. This is handy; for it measures the amount of EMF's being emitted from home appliances, electronic devices, power electrical outlets, etc. It is simple to make use of. When measuring something high in EMF's, the scale will register in the red zone as well as beep. I took a gauss meter through my entire house and workplace and also did a lot of reorganizing to lessen exposure. The most amazing thing I found was that my alarm sent out EMF's 5 feet everywhere. I relocate across the room, then I saw among my felines was sleeping alongside it so I removed it altogether and purchased a little battery ran one. It's the electronic display screen LED kind that is high in EMF's. The TV, which I assumed would be the most awful, just released damaging EMF's 3 feet out from the front and also 5 feet out of the sides. TV Produces have really enhanced this. The fridge was another surprise. It remained in the (high) red area 3 feet out of the front and also sides. The stove also gauged high. I do not have a microwave, so I went to a buddy's home and also my meter measured EMF's 5 to 6 feet everywhere when running and also 3-4 feet when it was not. All I could think about was all the kids standing in front of the microwave waiting for their food; every day. That's frightening. I likewise question what it does to the food. Please maintain this in mind when storing dietary supplements. Keep them away from EMF's, for it will lower their potency. My computer system likewise gauged really high for a great 3 feet.
This Short article given by Michael Comeau is for informational purposes only. It is not meant to diagnose, deal with or cure any kind of disease. Always consult your medical professional when seeking medical guidance.
Many of us wake up in the morning being struck by electromagnetic frequencies
(EMF's) from our clock radio which is typically a brief range from our head. Using Biozen can provide your with the feel like snuggle with their electric blanket for another dosage of EMF's. Before leaving your home in the early morning we are subjected to even more EMF's from blow dryers, electric shavers, electric tooth brushes, coffee makers as well as microwaves. On our way to work, we could make a few contact our cell phone. Once we come to the office, we turn on the above florescent lights, power up the photo copier, facsimile machine, computer system and also talk on the phone throughout the day. When we go back home, we switch on the TELEVISION or stereo, stand in the kitchen and also cook supper while surrounded by all electrical appliances and duplicate the exact same point throughout again the following day. We are constantly being pestered with electromagnetic frequencies. All electric gadgets send out these frequencies. Some specialists believe that EMF's are a real danger and also can cause or add to cancer cells, mind tumors, leukemia, abnormality, losing the unborn babies, persistent fatigue, inadequate immunity, heart issues and also stress, as well as zap ones overall power.
