www.makeuseof.com 10 Home Gadgets to Make Your Home Cleaner and Healthier

The advent of technology has made keeping a healthy lifestyle at home easier than ever. With the numerous devices available on the market, you can reach your health goals and build a healthy environment.

Check out these home tech solutions to add to your living space to make it safer for you and your family.

1. Sleep Tracker

There are days that you feel revitalized when you wake up. Other times, you feel as if you haven't slept a wink.

It's not always clear what makes a night good or bad, but a sleep tracker can offer useful insight into your sleep. Depending on the device, a sleep tracker can provide you with valuable information, such as your heart rate, breathing pattern, body movement, and temperature, as well as how long you've spent awake and asleep.

Most trackers collect all of this data into reports that you can review the following morning. You can also keep track of this data over time to see the changes in your sleep patterns and the factors that might be affecting them. Some of the best sleep trackers feature options for creating sleep goals and setting smart alarms to wake you up during the lightest stage of your sleep cycle.

2. Air Fryer

Trying to cut down on fat without sacrificing that deep-fried taste? Then get yourself an air fryer. An air fryer is just like a small convection oven. It uses strong ultra-hot air to give your food a delectable coating of crispiness without the buckets of oil needed for deep frying.

With this device, all you need is a tablespoon or less of oil to make your fried dishes. Wi-Fi-enabled air fryers also come with apps that let you remotely control and monitor your food.

The app features plenty of handy options like cooking presets, timers, and even meal planning. It's the ideal solution for any health-conscious person who still wants to enjoy their fried favorites without all the guilt.

3. Water Filtration System

Ingesting contaminated water can cause adverse effects. Make your home safer by using a filtration system that minimizes harmful impurities in the water, such as bacteria, sediments, and heavy metals.

This ensures that water is properly filtered before reaching your cup. With a water filtration system, the water you get right out of your kitchen sink is also just as good, if not better, than those in plastic bottles.

4. Smart Pill Dispenser

When prescription medication is not taken as directed, it may have major repercussions, such as prolonged symptoms, medical complications, and reduced quality of life. The problem with pills is that they can be difficult to keep track of, especially for seniors.

Smart pill dispensers can help you stay on top of your pill prescriptions. When it's time for your meds, these gadgets will notify you and tell you which ones to take. Almost all of the best pill dispensers can also inform designated caretakers when pills haven't been taken, limit access to daily doses, and remind you when a refill is needed.

5. Smart Scale

A smart scale is a must-have in any household, whether you're trying to reach a specific fitness goal or just want to understand your body composition better. Unlike a traditional scale, a smart scale can offer more than just an accurate measure of your body weight.

Depending on the model, your smart scale can tell you your body mass index (BMI), body composition, and even heart rate. It can also record all these measurements, so you can receive a complete picture of your vitals as they change over time. Some models are even compatible with Google Fit and Apple Health.

6. Automatic Trash Compactor

While trash compactors might not be on top of your list when it comes to keeping your house clean, having one in your kitchen is worth the investment. These machines are designed to reduce the volume of your garbage to a fraction of what it would normally be, with some models shrinking it up to 80%.

As a result, you'll take the trash out less often and lessen the amount of waste that goes to the landfill. This makes waste disposal simpler, and the bundling feature saves you money on garbage bags, too.

7. Connected Thermometer

A classic thermometer can do the trick. But if you want to take temperature readings to the next level, then pick up a smart thermometer. Aside from accurately measuring your body temperature, smart thermometers can store data, be connected to health apps, and offer sound advice when you're feeling under the weather.

Most smart thermometers also feature mobile apps that let you record your temperature readings. It's a great way to keep track of your health data, so you can check how your illness is progressing. You can even share this information with your doctor to help them make a more accurate diagnosis.

8. Smart Air Purifier

Now that you are spending more time indoors, it's important to think about your home’s air quality. Pollutants, such as pet hair, smoke, and even cleaning sprays can lead to sneezing, itchy eyes, and headaches.

Smart air purifiers work to ensure that there is clean air in all areas of your home. These devices not only clean the air and get rid of unpleasant odors but also provide you with information about how the air quality in your house changes throughout the day.

Most of the smart air purifiers on the market today also feature Wi-Fi, mobile apps, and integration with digital assistants like Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant.

9. Smart Exercise Bikes

Smart exercise bikes are great investments if you want direction in your fitness journey and prefer to work out at home. While they come with high price tags and subscription fees, they can be cheaper than gym memberships in the long run.

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Most smart bikes come with a library of classes taught by competent instructors. You can stream these workout videos on the built-in touch screen. If you prefer to watch on your mobile device, the bike can be connected to a companion app.

10. Robot Vacuum Cleaner

Nowadays, you don't need to move an inch to clean your floors. Just pick up a robot vacuum, set cleaning schedules for it, and let it work its magic. Before you know it, you’ll have a freshly cleaned house.

Unlike many traditional vacuum cleaners, robot vacuums don't need bags for collecting debris. Instead, they have an easy-to-remove dustbin that can be dumped directly into a trash can. Most bots include a mopping function, too.

The best part is that some models can be controlled through Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant. So if you’re too lazy to tap some buttons on the bot’s app, you can just command your digital assistant to activate it for you.

Build a Home Focused on Health and Wellness

Home tech products don't just make life more convenient—it also helps extend your lifespan. With these devices, you can create a healthier living space and lifestyle for you and your family.

Marinel is an Electronics Engineer whose first love is writing. She has been freelance writing since 2018 and has worked closely with GineersNow, an online magazine for the engineering community. She is obsessed with anything pink and wastes her free time finding new home tech to buy or meditating with her crystals.

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