Smartphone apps for healthy living

AN APP A DAY KEEPS THE DOCTOR AWAY USING MOBILE APPS TO MANAGE PERSONAL HEALTH Whether it's to quit smoking, lose weight, reduce stress, or manage a chronic illness, consumers around the world are using their smartphones as their own personal wellness coaches. TAKING HEALTH INTO THEIR OWN HANDS As more people adopt smartphones, more are downloading apps to help them track or manage their health. At the end of 2010, 9% of mobile phone users had apps on their phones to track or By 2015, experts predict 30% of smartphone users are likely to use wellness apps. 9% 30% manage their health. 2010 2015 ADD-ON DEVICES POPULAR WITH FITNESS APP USERS Not only are people using health and fitness apps, but UK and US smartphone owners are also buying devices to pair up with their apps. 62% DID02 of smartphone owners interested in fitness apps, who exercise at least once a week, would purchase sensors (pedometers, heart rate monitors, etc.) to monitor their performance and enhance their app experience.