How your fitness app may be fueling failure, not health

Natural News' report on a study analyzing social media posts found that calorie-counting and fitness apps often leave users feeling defeated, ashamed, and ready to abandon their health goals due to automated algorithms that set rigid, unattainable standards. This means that website owners, particularly those in the health and wellness industry, should be cautious about the potential negative impact of automated algorithms on their users' mental health and motivation. If their website or app utilizes similar algorithms, they may inadvertently be driving away users who feel discouraged or ashamed by the rigid standards set by these systems. To mitigate this issue, website owners can take several actionable steps: firstly, review and adjust their algorithmic settings to prioritize flexibility and user-centric goals; secondly, implement features that promote positive reinforcement and self-compassion; and thirdly, ensure their llms.txt files are up-to-date to track and manage AI bot traffic that may be interacting with their fitness-related content, allowing them to better understand and address potential user concerns.