HealthTech in news: Issue 11

Ultrahuman's Blood Vision, FDA vs Whoop, and... Wild-caught protein cod?

Tom Tomaszewski
July 21, 2025

Hi folks,

Here’s what you need to know this week:

FDA warns Whoop: The FDA issued a warning to Whoop over its Blood Pressure Insights feature, stating it requires agency review. - Link
Quantified Scientist reviews Amazfit Helio Strap: A scientific review of the Amazfit Helio Strap, testing its measurements and comparing it against other similar devices (yes, WHOOP). - Link
AR swim goggles launch: FORM launched the Smart Swim 2 PRO, the first AR swim goggles with Corning Gorilla Glass for durability. - Link
Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 reviewed: An initial scientific review of the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8, focusing on its heart rate tracking performance. - Link

Neurostimulation for menstrual wellness: OhmBody launched a wearable neurostimulation device for menstrual wellness, providing drug-free relief through nerve stimulation. - Link

Ultrahuman expands blood testing: The company launched Blood Vision in the US, combining lab work with smart ring and CGM data for preventative tracking. - Link
Mo Farah launches running app: Sir Mo Farah launched URUNN, a new running app offering personalized training plans and coaching from elite runners. - Link

Protein bar vs Wild-caught cod: Peter Rahal’s David protein bars brand launches viral Wild-caught cod campaign. - Link
Healthy eating and disorders: A Huberman Lab episode on healthy eating and eating disorders, discussing brain circuits, hormones, and evidence-based treatments. - Link

The science of longevity: A podcast discussing aging, longevity science, rapamycin, and the future of interventions in the field of longevity. - Link

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