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How Healthy Is Your Heart? Grab Your Smartwatch and a Calculator to Find Out, New Study Says

Fact checked by Nick Blackmer New research suggests calculating your Daily Heart Rate Per Step (DHRPS) with smartwatch data could be a more accurate indicator of your heart health.DHRPS measures the heart's efficiency and is calculated by dividing your daily average heart rate by your step count.

A recent study published in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology suggests that individuals can assess their heart health using data from smartwatches and a simple calculation. The study, which analyzed data from over 92,000 participants, found that a lower heart rate and higher heart rate variability are indicators of a healthier heart. To perform the assessment, one should measure their resting heart rate and heart rate variability using a smartwatch, then use a provided formula to calculate a heart health score. This score can help predict the risk of cardiovascular diseases, offering a convenient method for people to monitor their heart health at home.

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https://www.msn.com/en-us/health/fitness-and-exercise/how-healthy-is-your-heart-grab-your-smartwatch-and-a-calculator-to-find-out-new-study-says/ar-AA1Ck0xC