New Delhi: An artificial intelligence (AI)-powered ‘Death Clock’ has garnered attention for its ability to predict when an individual might die. Launched in July earlier this year, the app analyzes personal data such as age, height, weight, daily calorie intake, exercise levels and more to predict the date. Developer Brent Franson says the AI was trained on a data set of more than 1,200 life expectancy studies with about 53 million participants. The results, he says, are a “pretty significant” improvement over standard life table expectations.
Death Clock gets 1.25 lakh downloads
Despite its somewhat morbid concept (a dying day “fond farewell” card featuring the Grim Reaper), the app has gained traction in the Health & Fitness category. It’s free to use, although you’ll need a subscription to display a clock counting down to my estimated death. According to market intelligence firm Sensor Tower, the app has around 125,000 downloads to date.
“Have you ever wondered ‘when will I die?’, our advanced life expectancy calculator It will accurately predict* your death date depending on where you live, how much you smoke and your lifestyle to show the countdown of your own death clock. To predict your date of death, simply enter your date of birth, gender, smoking habits, your BMI and the country you live in. If you don’t know your BMI, simply use the BMI calculator form,” the app reads.
How the Death Clock predicts death
Death Clock predictions are based on extensive medical studies and health data, and AI provides personalized suggestions for a healthier lifestyle. The idea is to encourage people to take better care of their health, using predictions as a framework for decision-making.
As mentioned, the app offers personalized suggestions to users. Some of these include:
1) Maintain a healthy weight
Maintaining a healthy weight is vital to reducing the risk of developing diseases such as diabetes, heart disease and certain cancers.
2) Regular exercise
Move for at least 30 minutes a day. Regular physical activity reduces the risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease, diabetes, and certain cancers.
3) Quit smoking
Avoid smoking and secondhand smoke. These can cause various types of cancer, heart and lung diseases.
4) Balanced diet
It is essential to eat a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, lean proteins and nutrient-dense whole grains. Avoid eating too many processed foods, refined sugars, and unhealthy fats.
5) Drink less (or no) alcohol
Limit alcohol consumption. While occasional social drinking is usually fine, heavy or prolonged drinking can lead to a number of health problems, including liver disease, cardiovascular problems, and cancer.
6) Good sleep
Try to get a good night’s sleep. Quality sleep is important for overall health and well-being. It affects mood, memory and healing processes.
7) Regular checkups
Screenings and regular medical checkups can help detect problems early. This is especially important for conditions that don’t always show noticeable symptoms, such as high blood pressure or high cholesterol.
8) Manage stress
Prolonged stress can cause a number of health problems. Practice stress management techniques such as mindfulness, meditation, yoga, or other relaxation exercises.
9) Maintain social connections
Relationships and social interactions are vital for mental health. Loneliness and social isolation can lead to depression and cognitive decline.
10) Lifelong learning
Keep your mind active. Lifelong learning, reading, puzzle-solving, or other activities that engage the brain can help keep the mind alert and potentially delay the onset of cognitive decline.
While it is important to note that these AI-powered tools are not guaranteed to provide exact dates, there are concerns about data privacy and security, as users must enter sensitive information, which could be exploited by companies or actors. malicious
