15/09/2025
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With the continuous development in information technology, mobile devices are diversified into classes such as smartphones, tablets, and wearable devices. Wearable devices are used either as an accessory or embedded in clothes. These technologies are rapidly transforming how people monitor and manage their health, including nutrition, by tracking physical activity, calorie burn, hydration levels, and other health status indicators. According to a study by Burmaoglu et al (2018), the global market for wearable devices is expected to compoundly grow by 42.6% aWith the continuous development in information technology, mobile devices are diversified into classes such as smartphones, tablets, and wearable devices. Wearable devices are used either as an accessory or embedded in clothes. These technologies are rapidly transforming how people monitor and manage their health, including nutrition, by tracking physical activity, calorie burn, hydration levels, and other health status indicators. According to a study by Burmaoglu et al (2018), the global market for wearable devices is expected to compoundly grow by 42.6% annually.
Once limited to simple pedometer or heart rate monitors, wearable devices have evolved into powerful, data-driven device tools that provide real-time feedback on everything from sleep patterns to stress levels. Among the many functions, physical activity tracking remains the most common feature provided by wearable devices.
The 10th message from the Nutritional Guidelines for Filipinos (NGF), a nutrition guide developed by a Technical Working Group led by the Department of Science and Technology โ Food and Nutrition Research Institute (DOST-FNRI), encourages Filipinos to be physically active, make healthy food choices, manage stress, refrain from drinking alcohol and smoking to help prevent lifestyle-related non-communicable diseases. Moreover, DOST-FNRI recommends that adult Filipinos engage in at least 30 minutes of physical activity on most days of the week. Similarly, the World Health Organization recommends more than 300 minutes moderate-intensity aerobic physical activity for adults throughout the week for additional health benefits. However, findings from the 2023 National Nutrition Survey (NNS) revealed that 5 in every 10 adults (46.9%) aged 20 to 59 do not engage in adequate physical activity.
According to the 2012 Nutritional Guidelines for Filipinos (NGF), there are various types of physical activities that individuals can enjoy, including aerobic exercises, strength training, flexibility exercises, and daily work or lifestyle activities. Staying active doesnโt always require extensive workoutsโeveryday tasks such as taking the stairs instead of the elevator, cleaning the house, or standing while talking on the phone can also contribute to physical fitness. Choosing activities that you genuinely enjoy makes it easier to stay consistent and motivated. You have the freedom to set your own goals based on your physical condition and lifestyle. To get started, remember to begin slowly and increase your goals gradually. Make sure to wear comfortable clothes, stay hydrated, and listen to your body. Avoid overexertion and you should finish your workout feeling comfortably tired.
Given that physical activity is a well-established marker of both current health status and future health risks, wearable devices serve as valuable tools for tracking an individualโs functional performance. In a study by Smuck et al (2021), wearable devices were integrated into health systems, contributing to the successful implementation of digital health monitoring programs. This development supports chronic disease management, health maintenance, and disease prevention.
With the ongoing advancement of wearable technology, these devices are expected to play an even greater role in shaping the future of health and wellness. As consumers become more health-conscious, wearable devices serve as convenient tools to support fitness goals and promote a more mindful lifestyle. Monitoring and recording physical activity can help individuals stay motivated and consistent in maintaining an active lifestyle. The ideal device should be user-friendly, acceptable, and capable of providing accurate measurements. Remember, be stronger than your strongest excuse. Move more now and live more later!
