Fitness trackers aren’t making us fat – but they’re not infallible either
A recent study indicated that trackers are not as beneficial to weight loss as many might hope – but it’s not the devices at fault
Fitness trackers may not aid weight loss, study finds
Research shows a simple diet and exercise plan is more effective weight loss strategy than using Fitbit and Jawbone devices
Can apps improve your mental wellbeing?
Reaching for your phone to help with stress and sleep might feel counterintuitive, but there are now hundreds of apps out there to help us find inner peace. With even the NHS on-board, there must something in it
Five of the best health monitoring devices
From exercise trackers to blood pressure monitors, we give the latest bits of biometric tech a close examination
Meditation in virtual reality: it’s like French philosophy meets the Matrix
There’s no paradox in finding your true self via virtual reality because everyday reality is a simulation, says self-help guru Deepak Chopra of his latest venture
Why it’s healthy to take a break from your online persona
Oliver Burkeman says we retain some choice when it comes to how far we identify with our public selves
Men can test their sperm count at home with new device Trak
A ‘male fertility testing’ system encourages men to share responsibilty for conception by monitoring their reproductive health
Withings Body Cardio review: stylish scales for health obsessives
This easy-to-use device measures weight, fat, muscle, bone and water, as well as heart rate and artery health
What is computer vision syndrome – and how can I prevent it?
For the millions of people who work in front of a screen, headaches, sore eyes and a painful neck are all too common. Fortunately, there are simple steps you can take to avoid discomfort
Hyper Light Drifter – how heart disease inspired one of 2016’s great games
The central character in this brilliant new game is haunted by a deadly illness – something with which creator Alex Preston is all-too familiar