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A new device called the Hormometer by Eli Health is revolutionizing at-home hormone testing using saliva and a smartphone. Users simply place a cartridge in their mouth for a minute, after which the accompanying app analyses the sample via the phone's camera to track hormone trends and offer wellness recommendations. The system currently supports cortisol and progesterone testing, with future plans to expand to testosterone and estradiol.
Cortisol, known as the stress hormone, is crucial for regulating metabolism, blood pressure, and sleep cycles, while progesterone plays a key role in reproductive health. Imbalances in either can contribute to health issues such as irregular periods, fertility problems, and metabolic disorders. Traditional hormone testing often requires invasive methods and lengthy lab processing times, but Hormometer promises a faster, more accessible alternative.
Eli Health’s innovation reflects a broader trend toward convenient at-home health monitoring, popularized during the COVID-19 pandemic. While experts caution against the trendy notion of “hormone balancing,” these tests may be useful for those managing chronic hormonal conditions. The FDA-registered device claims high accuracy, aligning closely with traditional lab results. Beta access is now available in the US and Canada, with a full launch planned by year-end.
