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Wild Health Podcast

Episode 40 - Should you wear a Continuous Glucose Monitor? How much does it costs and is it worth it?

Aug 13, 2019
Discussion on the experiences of the hosts with wearing CGMs and the importance of knowing their prices. Comparison of the costs of Dexcom and Libre CGMs, with Dexcom costing close to $1000 for a three-month supply. Insight into wearing different types of CGMs and the challenges faced. Personal experiences with glucose response to meals and exercise, highlighting blood sugar spikes. Exploration of blood sugar levels throughout the day and its impact on insulin resistance.
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Quick takeaways

  • Wearing continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) can provide valuable insights into how your body responds to different foods, exercise, and fasting, helping optimize diet and understand insulin resistance.
  • The cost of continuous glucose monitors can vary significantly depending on the brand and type, with the Dexcom CGM being more expensive compared to the cheaper and similarly accurate Libre CGM.

Deep dives

Benefits of Wearing Continuous Glucose Monitors

Wearing continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) can provide valuable insights into how your body responds to different foods, exercise, and fasting. CGMs track your blood sugar levels throughout the day, giving you a clear picture of your glucose variability. This information can be used to optimize your diet, understand your insulin resistance, and make informed decisions about when to eat certain foods. CGMs can also help you identify the impact of exercise on your blood sugar levels and determine the best timing for meals, especially for athletes. Despite variations in cost and accuracy between different CGM brands, short-term use of these devices can provide actionable data that can lead to improved health and better glucose management.

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