Health Data Setup Guide
To get the most accurate biological age assessment, SuperAge needs access to comprehensive health data. This guide will help you set up Apple Health and connected devices for optimal results.
Essential Health Data Categories
Section titled “Essential Health Data Categories”SuperAge analyzes various types of health data to calculate your biological age. Here’s what each category contributes:
Heart Rate Data 💓
Section titled “Heart Rate Data 💓”Why it’s important: Heart rate patterns reveal cardiovascular fitness, stress levels, and recovery capacity.
What SuperAge uses:
- Resting heart rate (lower is generally better)
- Heart rate variability (higher variability often indicates better fitness)
- Exercise heart rate and recovery time
- Sleep heart rate patterns
How to ensure good data:
- Wear your Apple Watch consistently, especially during sleep
- Ensure proper fit - not too tight, not too loose
- Clean sensors regularly for accurate readings
- Wear watch 1-2 finger widths above wrist bone
Activity and Exercise Data 🏃♀️
Section titled “Activity and Exercise Data 🏃♀️”Why it’s important: Physical activity is one of the strongest predictors of biological age.
What SuperAge uses:
- Daily step count and walking patterns
- Active calories burned
- Exercise minutes and intensity
- Standing hours and movement patterns
- Workout types and duration
How to optimize:
- Carry your iPhone or wear Apple Watch throughout the day
- Log workouts manually if your watch doesn’t detect them
- Use fitness apps that sync with Apple Health
- Enable “Fitness Tracking” in iPhone Settings > Privacy & Security > Location Services
Sleep Analysis Data 😴
Section titled “Sleep Analysis Data 😴”Why it’s important: Sleep quality and patterns are crucial indicators of biological age.
What SuperAge uses:
- Total sleep time
- Sleep efficiency (time asleep vs. time in bed)
- Sleep stages (if available from compatible apps/devices)
- Sleep schedule consistency
- Time to fall asleep
How to set up:
- Enable sleep tracking on Apple Watch (requires watchOS 7+)
- Use Sleep Focus mode for better data collection
- Consider third-party sleep apps like AutoSleep or Sleep Cycle
- Maintain consistent bedtime and wake time
Body Measurements 📏
Section titled “Body Measurements 📏”Why it’s important: Body composition affects metabolism and overall health markers.
What SuperAge uses:
- Weight trends over time
- Body Mass Index (BMI) calculations
- Body fat percentage (if available)
- Lean body mass measurements
How to track:
- Use a smart scale that syncs with Apple Health
- Manual entry is fine if you don’t have a smart scale
- Weigh yourself consistently (same time of day, same conditions)
- Focus on trends, not daily fluctuations
Advanced Data Sources (Optional but Recommended)
Section titled “Advanced Data Sources (Optional but Recommended)”Respiratory Data 🫁
Section titled “Respiratory Data 🫁”What it includes:
- Respiratory rate during sleep
- Blood oxygen levels (Apple Watch Series 6+)
Benefits: Provides insights into cardiovascular health and sleep quality
Mindfulness and Stress Data 🧘♀️
Section titled “Mindfulness and Stress Data 🧘♀️”What it includes:
- Meditation minutes
- Breathe app usage
- Mindful minutes from compatible apps
Benefits: Stress management is a key factor in biological aging
Nutrition Data 🍎
Section titled “Nutrition Data 🍎”What it includes:
- Calorie intake
- Macronutrient breakdown
- Micronutrient tracking
- Water intake
Benefits: Nutritional patterns significantly impact biological age
Setting Up Data Sources
Section titled “Setting Up Data Sources”Apple Watch Configuration
Section titled “Apple Watch Configuration”- Open Watch App on your iPhone
- Privacy & Security > Health
- Enable “Heart Rate”
- Enable “Irregular Rhythm Notifications”
- Enable “Blood Oxygen” (Series 6+)
- Sleep
- Turn on “Track Sleep with Apple Watch”
- Set up Sleep Schedule in Health app
- Activity
- Enable “Fitness Tracking”
- Set appropriate activity goals
Third-Party App Integration
Section titled “Third-Party App Integration”Popular apps that enhance SuperAge data:
Sleep Tracking:
- AutoSleep - Automatic sleep tracking
- Sleep Cycle - Sleep stage analysis
- Pillow - Sleep quality insights
Fitness & Activity:
- Strava - Running and cycling workouts
- Nike Training Club - Workout tracking
- MyFitnessPal - Nutrition logging
Wellness & Recovery:
- HeartWatch - Advanced heart rate analysis
- HRV4Training - Heart rate variability tracking
- Calm - Meditation and mindfulness
Smart Scale Setup
Section titled “Smart Scale Setup”Compatible smart scales:
- Withings Body+ - Body composition analysis
- Eufy Smart Scale - 12 body measurements
- Fitbit Aria - Weight and BMI tracking
- QardioBase - Complete body analysis
Setup steps:
- Download manufacturer’s app
- Connect scale to Wi-Fi
- Enable Health app integration in scale’s app
- Verify data appears in Apple Health
Data Quality Tips
Section titled “Data Quality Tips”Consistency is Key
Section titled “Consistency is Key”- Wear devices consistently (especially Apple Watch during sleep)
- Take measurements at the same time of day
- Use the same devices/apps for consistent data
Troubleshooting Poor Data Quality
Section titled “Troubleshooting Poor Data Quality”Heart rate readings seem inaccurate:
- Clean Apple Watch sensors with soft cloth
- Adjust band tightness
- Check for proper wrist placement
- Restart Watch if issues persist
Missing sleep data:
- Ensure Apple Watch is charged before bed
- Check Sleep Focus is enabled
- Verify sleep schedule is set in Health app
- Consider third-party sleep apps for backup
Step counting issues:
- Calibrate iPhone motion settings
- Carry phone in pocket or use Apple Watch
- Check Location Services for Motion Calibration
Inconsistent weight data:
- Weigh yourself at same time daily (morning recommended)
- Use same scale consistently
- Check scale battery and calibration
Privacy and Data Management
Section titled “Privacy and Data Management”What SuperAge Accesses
Section titled “What SuperAge Accesses”SuperAge only reads health data - it never writes or modifies your Apple Health information. Data access includes:
- Historical data for trend analysis
- Real-time updates for current calculations
- Aggregate patterns, not individual data points
Managing Permissions
Section titled “Managing Permissions”To modify health data permissions:
- Open Health app
- Tap your profile picture
- Privacy > Apps
- Select SuperAge
- Adjust categories as needed
Optimizing for Accurate Results
Section titled “Optimizing for Accurate Results”First 30 Days
Section titled “First 30 Days”- Focus on consistent data collection
- Don’t worry about biological age fluctuations
- Build sustainable tracking habits
- Add new data sources gradually
After 30 Days
Section titled “After 30 Days”- Review data quality in Health app
- Identify and fill data gaps
- Fine-tune device settings
- Consider adding advanced tracking
Long-term Success
Section titled “Long-term Success”- Regular device maintenance
- Consistent tracking habits
- Periodic data quality audits
- Gradual addition of new health metrics
Ready to start tracking? Head to our Getting Started guide to begin your SuperAge journey, or learn how to interpret your results once you have data flowing.