It’s been estimated that about 50 million people worldwide use apps to track their menstrual cycles, associated mental and physical symptoms, fertility and pregnancy. However, a new analysis published in the peer-reviewed medical journal The BMJ on Wednesday argues that the risks associated with these apps and other digital cycle-tracking tools on the femtech market do more harm than good.
The authors of the article say that these risks extend to digital menstrual cycle-tracking tools that promote “cycle syncing,” which is when one bases their diet, exercise and other lifestyle habits on their menstrual cycle phases.
“We hope that people understand a lot of the big, splashy claims around cycle...
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