Episode 286: Carbs, Blood Sugar & CGMs with Cristal Dubois, CHP

Written By Chelsea Blackbird
 
 
 

Cristal and I recently got on the trend train of experimenting with a Continuous Glucose Monitor to see how the carbs we eat affect blood sugar. CGMs have traditionally been a tool prescribed to people with diabetes to help manage blood sugar and insulin, but they have recently become readily available and accessible to anyone. It is FASCINATING to see how carbs affect people differently. Cristal and I talk about some of the surprising results we experienced (how apples spiked her blood sugar but Christmas Crack did not spike mine) and the many nuances that need to be considered like exercise, alcohol, fasting and sleep. We’re sharing our best insights and recommendations including which CGM was our favorite.

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Episode 286: Carbs, Blood Sugar & CGMs with Cristal Dubois, CHP

 

SHOW NOTES

00:00 Introduction to Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs)

02:50 Experiences with CGMs: Insights and Comparisons

05:26 Understanding Blood Sugar Regulation

08:19 Types of CGMs: Prescription vs. Over-the-Counter

10:45 Application and Insertion of CGMs

16:17 Data Interpretation: CGM vs. Finger Prick

19:25 Cost and User Experience of Different CGMs

25:13 Personal Experiences with Food and Blood Sugar

33:01 Surprising Food Reactions and Conclusions

38:43 The Surprising Effects of Food on Blood Sugar

40:52 Unexpected Reactions: Apples vs. Cookies

43:59 The Role of Timing and Order in Eating

47:55 Exploring Sweeteners: Allulose and Its Effects

54:33 The Impact of Alcohol on Blood Sugar

56:26 Non-Food Factors Affecting Blood Sugar

01:05:21 The Value of Awareness in Blood Sugar Management

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Thanks for listening! Have a healthy and blessed week!

XOXO,

Chelsea

Chelsea Blackbird
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