I have been an intermittent faster since June 2020. In that time I have experimented multiple times.
My latest experiment is wearing a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) to see how different foods, fasting and even my emotions affect my blood sugar levels!
I was sent my CGM from NutriSense. I had the ability to share about it or not; no obligation. However, I have really loved wearing it and testing different foods and different ways to open my window.
Why Use a CGM?
In discussing how to test my blood and what to look for, my assigned dietician through NutriSense suggested I watch for the following:
- fasting glucose – being without food for 8 hours. Goal is to be between 70-90 mg/dL
- postprandial (after-eating) glucose values – goal to be less than 140mg/dL, and looking at the swing of your glucose from eating and the following 2-3 hours
- glycemic variability – looking for gradual swings
Various tests will allow you to see how you respond in the three ways above. If you don’t have ideal test results, you can then decide if you want to make changes for better blood sugar responses.
Want to See my Tests?
You can follow my tests and findings on this playlist here.
Want to Learn More?
NutriSense made a landing page for me to send my readers & YouTube viewers to visit. If you’re interested in learning more about NutriSense and how a CGM could help you, visit THIS LINK and click “get started” to take a free survey. This survey will help NutriSense understand your goals so they can discuss their services.
Even though I am sharing my real data & results, the only way to know exactly how certain foods impact your body is to test yourself. We are individuals and as such, react to food and situations uniquely.
When I am done with my testing, I will make a summary. Here I will post my findings and overall impressions of a CGM.
