Biohacking News by Zestology Should We Worry About Wearables? (Feat. Ariel Garten) #608
Jun 23, 2025
Ariel Garten, a neuroscientist and founder of the Muse brain-sensing headband, dives into the burgeoning world of wearables and their impact on health. She discusses the growth of the biohacking market, highlighting both the benefits and anxieties linked to self-monitoring. Garten shares insights on advancements in devices like Muse, emphasizing their role in enhancing meditation and sleep while cautioning against health perfectionism. The conversation also touches on the balance of reliable health information and the need for skepticism in the wearable tech landscape.
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Good Enough Is Enough
- Accept that what you perceive as sub-par performance can be enough.
- Reducing pressure from perfectionism allows more joy and better health.
The Evolution and Risks of Wearables
- Wearables have become normal and help people be conscious about health behaviors.
- Advanced tracking like glucose monitoring offers self-knowledge but can also trigger anxiety without context.
Muse's Tech Evolution and Impact
- Muse evolved from EEG to integrated technologies tracking brain waves, sleep, and blood oxygenation.
- Functional Near Infrared Spectroscopy measures brain blood flow, enabling advanced brain health training.
