If you have been eating well, staying consistent, and still wondering why the scale is not moving the way you expected — your blood sugar patterns might be part of the answer. I am not talking about diabetes. I am talking about the everyday spikes and crashes that happen after meals, snacks, and even stressful … Read more
Starting with a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) is exciting, but it can also feel like a lot at first. All of a sudden, you are seeing numbers throughout the day. Your meals show up. Your snacks show up. Your walks show up. Sleep, stress, portions, and food combinations may show up too. The first week … Read more
When I first started using a continuous glucose monitor (CGM), I paid a lot of attention to the number on the screen. Now I’m learning to pay more attention to the meal behind the number. What did I eat?How much did I eat?Did I eat carbs by themselves?Did I include protein, fiber, or healthy fat?How … Read more