“How long do I actually need to wear a continuous glucose monitor (CGM)?” It’s one of the most common questions I hear — usually from someone holding a box of sensors and wondering if two weeks is enough, or if they need a full month before the numbers mean anything. A CGM isn’t cheap, so … Read more
I’d already been prediabetic for years when I put my first CGM on. My doctor had flagged it on bloodwork, so I tried a sensor for about two weeks just to see what my numbers actually looked like. That’s it. I wasn’t trying to lose weight with it. I barely did anything with the data … 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