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Health they say is wealth, and Nigerians can go to any length to ensure they remain healthy. To achieve a good health status, we must ensure we eat balanced diet regularly as well as partaking in physical exercises. One electronic device we could use to monitor and keep tabs on our health status is our Smartphone. Some of our smartphones come packed with vital health apps but some don’t. There are certain health and fitness apps we could install on our smartphones and some of these apps include:
1. WellFrame (iOS and Android)
WellFrame provides preventive health alert, heart disease health assessment, and educative resources. This health app was recognised by American medical professionals at a conference held in the U.S and this shows how relevant this app is to the average individual. This app also allows you to print personalized report as well as share information with your medical doctor electronically. Nigerians can get a lot of lifesaving information and assistance by using this app.
2. iTriage (iOS and Android)
The iTriage health app was developed by a consumer health company in 2008, and its subscriber base has since grown to 7million in the past few years. It provides you access to timely medical information and would also refer you to nearby medical facilities. You can use this app to save medical appointment, save medical refill reminders, store personal health record, and learn about diseases, medications and procedures. Nigerians will derive much benefit using this app because of its ability to provide timely medical information.
3. Emergency Medical Centre Locator (iOS)
This is a powerful health app that basically provides you information relating to the nearest medical centres during emergency situations. The person behind the development of the EMCL app is Dr. Bruce Moskowitz. His desire was born out of the need to provide people, in need of medical assistance, quick access to relevant medical facilities. The EMCL was designed to work worldwide, whether you are in the jungles of Africa or stranded on the beaches of Papua New Guinea, you should be able to get the required help once your Smartphone can access the internet. This app is very relevant in Nigeria because of our robust internet facility as well as wide network coverage. The major drawback using this app is that not every health facility within your location is listed on it.
4. Cook it Allergy Free (iOS)
This health app is very important to people who are allergic to certain types of food. This app provides a lot of recipes that are gluten free, and it can also help you create your grocery list. This shopping list will prevent you from purchasing food items that may trigger your allergy. Some food items you’d find on this app’s menu include; cream, sour cream, buttermilk, cream cheese, eggs, butter, milk, yogurt, soy and many more. Many Nigerians may be wondering if getting all the meals listed on the app’s menu is practicable. I tell you, it is.
5. Glucose Buddy (iOS and Android)
The name alone tells you how relevant this app is. Diabetic patients who own smartphones should at least get one app that provides them information relating to diabetes. Diabetic patients are able to monitor their blood sugar levels using this app, and they can also use the Glucose Buddy app to track their food intake and activity as well as record when they take their medication. Nigerians Smartphone owners suffering from diabetes should at least get an app that can help them monitor their health status.
6. Stress Doctor (iOS and Android)
The Stress Doctor app is your digital doctor. Generally, Nigerians will find this app very useful due to the nature of the environment they find themselves. There is so much stress especially if you reside in Nigeria’s economic hub, Lagos. You’ll need to download the stress doctor so that you can monitor your stress level effectively. To successfully use this app, you’ll need to place your finger over your phone’s camera and the apps will record your heart rate. It will also give you tips on how to effectively manage your stress level.
7. Lose it (iOS and Android)
For those who are overweight or would want to keep tabs on their body weight, this is the perfect app for you. These apps set weight goals for you to attain and also tracks your progress with a simple graph. This app isn’t restricted to monitoring your calories alone but also your nutrition. The “Lose it” app will you put your weight in check and would also help you attain your desired body weight.
These apps are all designed to help you live a healthy life. Most of the apps mentioned above are free and can be gotten from Google’s playstore as well as the apps store. Your smartphones aren’t only meant for playing games or entertainment purposes, but other activities that can affect your living condition positively. You can get the very best of your health by installing these great apps today.
Photo sources: Google.com, appstore, Google Playstore
1. WellFrame (iOS and Android)
WellFrame provides preventive health alert, heart disease health assessment, and educative resources. This health app was recognised by American medical professionals at a conference held in the U.S and this shows how relevant this app is to the average individual. This app also allows you to print personalized report as well as share information with your medical doctor electronically. Nigerians can get a lot of lifesaving information and assistance by using this app.
2. iTriage (iOS and Android)
The iTriage health app was developed by a consumer health company in 2008, and its subscriber base has since grown to 7million in the past few years. It provides you access to timely medical information and would also refer you to nearby medical facilities. You can use this app to save medical appointment, save medical refill reminders, store personal health record, and learn about diseases, medications and procedures. Nigerians will derive much benefit using this app because of its ability to provide timely medical information.
3. Emergency Medical Centre Locator (iOS)
This is a powerful health app that basically provides you information relating to the nearest medical centres during emergency situations. The person behind the development of the EMCL app is Dr. Bruce Moskowitz. His desire was born out of the need to provide people, in need of medical assistance, quick access to relevant medical facilities. The EMCL was designed to work worldwide, whether you are in the jungles of Africa or stranded on the beaches of Papua New Guinea, you should be able to get the required help once your Smartphone can access the internet. This app is very relevant in Nigeria because of our robust internet facility as well as wide network coverage. The major drawback using this app is that not every health facility within your location is listed on it.
4. Cook it Allergy Free (iOS)
This health app is very important to people who are allergic to certain types of food. This app provides a lot of recipes that are gluten free, and it can also help you create your grocery list. This shopping list will prevent you from purchasing food items that may trigger your allergy. Some food items you’d find on this app’s menu include; cream, sour cream, buttermilk, cream cheese, eggs, butter, milk, yogurt, soy and many more. Many Nigerians may be wondering if getting all the meals listed on the app’s menu is practicable. I tell you, it is.
5. Glucose Buddy (iOS and Android)
The name alone tells you how relevant this app is. Diabetic patients who own smartphones should at least get one app that provides them information relating to diabetes. Diabetic patients are able to monitor their blood sugar levels using this app, and they can also use the Glucose Buddy app to track their food intake and activity as well as record when they take their medication. Nigerians Smartphone owners suffering from diabetes should at least get an app that can help them monitor their health status.
6. Stress Doctor (iOS and Android)
The Stress Doctor app is your digital doctor. Generally, Nigerians will find this app very useful due to the nature of the environment they find themselves. There is so much stress especially if you reside in Nigeria’s economic hub, Lagos. You’ll need to download the stress doctor so that you can monitor your stress level effectively. To successfully use this app, you’ll need to place your finger over your phone’s camera and the apps will record your heart rate. It will also give you tips on how to effectively manage your stress level.
7. Lose it (iOS and Android)
For those who are overweight or would want to keep tabs on their body weight, this is the perfect app for you. These apps set weight goals for you to attain and also tracks your progress with a simple graph. This app isn’t restricted to monitoring your calories alone but also your nutrition. The “Lose it” app will you put your weight in check and would also help you attain your desired body weight.
These apps are all designed to help you live a healthy life. Most of the apps mentioned above are free and can be gotten from Google’s playstore as well as the apps store. Your smartphones aren’t only meant for playing games or entertainment purposes, but other activities that can affect your living condition positively. You can get the very best of your health by installing these great apps today.
Photo sources: Google.com, appstore, Google Playstore
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