“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
If you have ever watched your continuous glucose monitor (CGM) climb after a bowl of oatmeal, pasta, or another carbohydrate-heavy meal, you may have wondered whether adding fiber could make a difference. Fiber cannot erase the carbohydrates in a meal or guarantee a flat glucose graph. Certain types of fiber may, however, slow digestion and … Read more
Once I started paying closer attention to my blood sugar, I took a harder look at the natural sweeteners and sugar alternatives I was using. Regular sugar sends my glucose up quickly. So I started trying alternatives that would let me keep some sweetness without watching my continuous glucose monitor (CGM) rise the same way. … Read more