Texas-based Dr. Dustin Freckleton has created a simple wearable that aims to help people lose weight and reduce the risks of stroke by monitoring levels of hydration. The device is made from an elastic material called Spandex, which can be worn on its own or as part of a compression garment. To finance the development of the wearable, Freckleton has raised more than $820K on a crowdfunding site, far surpassing his initial target of $50k.
Texas-based Dr. Dustin Freckleton has created a simple wearable that aims to help people lose weight and reduce the risks of stroke by monitoring levels of hydration. The LVL is worn on the wrist and uses red and infrared lights to monitor hydration levels, as well as "activity, sleep, mood and heart rate", sending data and recommendations back to a connected device. To finance the development of the wearable, Freckleton has raised more than $820K on a crowdfunding site, far surpassing his initial target of $50k.