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S5 E94 - Role of Wearables in Sleep

January 05, 2025 • Sleep Takeout • Season 5 • Episode 94

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S5 E94 - Role of Wearables in Sleep

In this episode of Sleep Takeout, Dr. Daniel Baughn and Dr. Michelle Zetoony discuss the role of wearable devices in tracking and improving sleep. They delve into the accuracy of popular wearables like the Apple Watch, Aura Ring, and Garmin, and how effective these devices are in providing sleep-related data. The hosts also touch on the importance of physical activity for better sleep and share tips on how to interpret data from wearables without becoming anxious. They underscore the idea that while wearables can provide interesting data, they are not a substitute for professional healthcare advice.

00:00 Introduction
00:28 Wearables and Sleep Tracking
03:18 Benefits and Limitations of Wearables
04:10 Popular Wearables Discussed
06:51 Accuracy and Realism
09:44 Medical Perspective
13:53 Importance of Physical Activity
15:04 Personal Use of Fitness Trackers
18:34 Audience Interaction
22:10 Conclusion and Future Topics

Learn More at:
Daniel Baughn, Ph.D. at https://www.danielbaughn.com/
Michelle Zetoony, M.D. at https://www.dosleep.com/