This month we take a deep dive into health - specifically the use of lifestyle apps and how diet, exercise, mental health and sleep have been affected in the US & UK, as behaviors & emotions change.
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8 in 10 in the US, 9 in 10 in the UK say the virus will last longer than the next 5 months.
Confidence in government is still at a low, though trending upwards in the US.
Optimism remains low, but is again higher in US.
More say there will be a second peak of infection.
CHANGES IN DIET
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Around 30% say it will be hard to maintain a healthy diet the longer COVID goes on
About 3 in 10 are taking more vitamins or supplements
MyFitnessPal is the most common diet app for both US and UK
26% find apps help in planning meals or managing their diet.
Those NOT currently using apps would be interested in seeing...
CHANGES IN EXERCISE
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About 50% have been getting more outdoor exercise ...but are getting concerned about exercising during winter
24% have started using a fitness tracker app.
Of those, 37% have found apps useful.
People are specifically looking for...
CHANGES IN MENTAL HEALTH
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Close to 25% have met with a mental health professional since the start of COVID
18% have found mental health apps helpful during COVID.
CHANGES IN SLEEP
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27% US and11% UK have been taking OTC medications or supplements to improve their sleeping habits
Melatonin, Benadryl and Tylenol PM are the most mentioned sleep aids.
2 in 10 are trying to use non-medical techniques to help them sleep better
Calm is the most used sleep app for both US and UK