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A new survey suggests that constantly monitoring health metrics may be creating more stress than motivation
By Kristen Dalli of ConsumerAffairs
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A new survey of more than 2,000 Americans found that 58% feel overwhelmed by health optimization trends, even as 64% track at least one health metric every day.Experts say constantly monitoring sleep, steps, weight, and other metrics can contribute to "optimization anxiety," and in some cases, negatively affect mental health and sleep quality.Rather than chasing perfect scores, wellness experts recommend focusing on sustainable habits and healthy routines that support overall well-being without constant tracking.Fitness watches, sleep apps, and other health tracking tools have made it easier than ever to keep tabs on our daily habits. But while many people turn to these devices to improve their well-being, new research suggests that constantly measuring every step, hour of sleep, or wellness goal may come with an unexpected downside. A survey from Naturepedic found that many Americans experience what researchers call "optimization anxiety" the pressure to continually improve health metrics raising questions about whether all that tracking is helping people feel healthier or simply adding another source of stress.ConsumerAffairs spoke with Arin Schultz, Chief Growth Officer at Naturepedic, to learn more about the findings and how consumers can be mindful of their health without getting overwhelmed. Many Americans are tr
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