All articles tagged with #glucose monitor
The article discusses the importance of monitoring blood sugar levels during the holidays, especially for those with prediabetes, highlighting the use of over-the-counter continuous glucose monitors to empower individuals in managing their health and making informed lifestyle choices.
The article critiques Jessie Inchauspé, the 'Glucose Goddess,' for promoting questionable blood sugar management hacks, endorsing unnecessary continuous glucose monitoring for healthy individuals, and selling unproven supplements, all while lacking proper medical credentials and relying on weak scientific evidence.
A new study highlights that many people without diabetes experience blood sugar dips after eating, which can lead to overeating and mood swings. Using continuous glucose monitors, individuals like Judy Freeman can identify these dips and adjust their diet by eating carbs with protein and fiber, spreading carbohydrate intake throughout the day, and ordering meals strategically to stabilize blood sugar levels. These insights can help improve mood, energy, and weight management even for those without diabetes.
The article reviews the Dexcom Stelo, an over-the-counter AI-enabled continuous glucose monitor, comparing its accuracy and usability to traditional finger-stick monitors over two weeks. The device provides real-time glucose data, lifestyle insights, and stress-related alerts, with potential for future AI enhancements. While initial results show promising accuracy and user benefits, the device's features are still developing, and it costs $99 per month, making it suitable mainly for those managing prediabetes or metabolic health.
Signos is a startup offering a subscription service that includes a small continuous glucose monitor (CGM) and an app that aims to help users lose weight by tracking their blood sugar. The CGM, which is not intended for diabetes management, sends data to the app to provide personalized insights into how the body responds to specific foods and daily habits like diet, exercise, stress, and sleep. While the platform offers valuable insights, it comes with a high price tag and may not be covered by insurance for non-diabetic users. Users should be mindful of their mental health and consult with a doctor before using the technology.
Continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) are becoming popular among people without diabetes who want to optimize their health, but their benefits for non-diabetic individuals are still unclear. CGMs, which monitor glucose levels in real time, were originally developed for people with diabetes but are now being marketed to non-diabetic users. While CGMs are indispensable for people with diabetes, evidence is lacking that tracking glucose levels is advantageous for non-diabetic individuals. Claims that CGMs aid in weight loss and protect heart health are controversial, and the potential benefits of CGMs are most significant for individuals at risk of developing diabetes. However, for young and healthy individuals, the cost of CGMs may not be justified by the potential benefits.