CGMs for Prediabetes — The Early Benefits

Prediabetes (defined by the American Diabetes Association as glucose levels higher than normal but not high enough to be diabetes) doesn’t happen overnight. It develops over time, often with symptoms and glucose variability you may miss.

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A CGM or glucose biosensor (especially when paired with expert support from a glucose expert) helps you spot these early glucose irregularities so you can take action to prevent or reverse it. 

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Of course, you don’t need to have been diagnosed with prediabetes to use a CGM or glucose biosensor. If you have a family history, recently had a lab show high A1C levels, or just want to take a proactive approach, tools like CGMs and glucose biosensors offer insights that can help anyone improve metabolic health.

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Detecting Early Glucose Variations

With a CGM or glucose biosensor, you can track the early warning signs of prediabetes. For example:

• Elevated fasting glucose may signal insulin resistance
• Prolonged post-meal spikes may mean you struggle to process sugar efficiently.
• Frequent glucose swings may point to possible issues with blood sugar regulation.
• A blunted glucose response to exercise may be an early sign of insulin resistance.
• High nighttime glucose could point to metabolic dysfunction.

By catching these, a CGM or glucose biosensor can give you the data you need to work 1:1 with an expert. With the proper guidance, you dig deeper into your glucose. And with this knowledge, you can work with a healthcare provider to discover the root of unnaturally high or low blood sugar levels to make meaningful lifestyle adjustments.

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These changes can make a big difference in managing or reversing prediabetes and delaying or preventing the progression to type 2 diabetes.

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Transforming Lifestyles with CGM Data

Seeing your glucose levels change 24/7 can be a game-changer for healthier lifestyle choices.

• With the CGM benefits for diet and weight loss (obesity can put you at higher risk of prediabetes), you can learn how your body responds to food to swap, tweak, or modify it based on your glucose data.
• With exercise, you can discover how different physical activity impacts glucose levels—for example, do you know how much cardio, resistance training, or weightlifting is most effective for your unique body and goals?
• Stress, which also leads to glucose imbalances, can be another insight—you can see when it’s sneaking up and how to improve habits accordingly.

With the quick metrics and feedback from a CGM, you can make adjustments in the moment instead of guessing what works. Over time, tracking these patterns helps you fine-tune your lifestyle to prevent and manage conditions like prediabetes.

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Personalized Prevention Through Expert Guidance

Improving insulin sensitivity and metabolic health with the help of your CGM data is possible—but knowing what changes to make, especially to manage or reverse prediabetes, can be overwhelming. 

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While a CGM provides powerful insights, interpreting the data correctly is key to making the most of it.

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That’s where expert guidance comes in. Working with a glucose-certified registered dietitian or certified diabetes care and education specialist helps you:

• Monitor trends so you don’t just measure glucose levels, you understand what they mean for your health.
• Customize your diet and lifestyle to address any risk factors of prediabetes.
• Navigate prediabetes confidently with evidence-based recommendations.

When you start using a CGM, you'll notice that what works for one person may not work for another! Your body is unique, which is why personalized registered dietitian support can be so valuable in tailoring a plan to your body’s unique needs.

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Choosing the Right CGM for Prediabetes (Optional Subheading)

There are several CGM sensors on the market, so the best option for you depends on your needs. Some, like the Dexcom G7, offer high-accuracy tracking for those who want to prevent or manage a condition like prediabetes. However, these are prescription-only sensors. 

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Some over-the-counter CGMs and glucose biosensors also provide a more affordable alternative for non-insulin users. There are many options to choose from when finding the best CGM sensor or glucose biosensors for your needs.

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No matter which device you choose, simply picking a device is not typically the best way to manage prediabetes. What will really work is pairing this glucose data with guidance from a glucose expert, to help you get the most out of it.

Nutrisense Glucose Monitor Support for Prediabetes

A CGM or glucose sensor can be a powerful tool, but what truly makes a difference is knowing how to use the data effectively. That’s where Nutrisense comes in.

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Nutrisense offers flexible glucose monitoring access for anyone who wants to take control of their health—it’s not just for people with specific health goals. So, whether you're proactively managing prediabetes or looking to improve metabolic health, you can use a glucose biosensor with expert guidance to help interpret your data and adjust your lifestyle accordingly.

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One-on-One Nutritional Coaching

By now, you know that whether you’re managing prediabetes or just trying to balance your glucose levels, glucose biosensor or CGM data is only helpful if you know what to do with it. So, your best bet is to work with an expert. 

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At Nutrisense, you can choose to work 1:1 with a glucose expert via insurance-covered video calls with a registered dietitian based on eligibility. You not only have access to a board-credentialed registered dietitian or nutritionist, but you’ll also be working with someone specifically trained and certified in glucose and CGM data. So you can get deeper insights into your glucose trends and personalized recommendations from someone who knows how to turn them into actionable lifestyle changes.

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With this expert, personalized coaching, you can:

• Fine-tune your diet to include prediabetes-friendly foods tailored to how your body responds to food.
• Adjust your exercise routine to improve insulin sensitivity.
• Identify and manage triggers like stress or poor sleep that impact glucose levels.

This personalized approach ensures that your sensor isn’t just tracking data—it’s guiding fundamental changes to help manage conditions like prediabetes.

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BYOS (Bring Your Own Sensor) Option

Already have a CGM or glucose biosensor? Now, all you need is the Nutrisense app! The innovative smartphone app lets you connect your existing sensor—whether prescription or over-the-counter—so you can get the advantages of viewing your data and interpreting glucose trends, identifying trends and patterns, logging your meals, and much more. Instead of just tracking numbers, you’ll be one step closer to knowing exactly what changes to make for balanced glucose.

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When paired with expert guidance from the 1:1 insurance-covered video calls, you have everything you need for a personalized approach to better metabolic health.

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Learn more about the Nutrisense BYOS program.

Learn More About The Preventive Power of CGMs With Nutrisense

Choosing the right CGM or glucose biosensor is a personal decision—what works best depends on your health goals, lifestyle, and medical needs. Whether you're looking for the most precise glucose readings or an over-the-counter option, understanding your glucose values is key to making meaningful changes.

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At Nutrisense, we provide expert support to help you interpret your CGM readings and optimize your lifestyle. Our registered dietitians and credentialed nutritionists are metabolic health, CGM, and glucose specialists who help you make informed diet, exercise, and overall wellness decisions.