Is This the Next Big Thing for Nutrition & Sport Performance?!

Is This the Next Big Thing for Nutrition & Sport Performance?!

Author: Achieving Your Best April 21, 2022 Duration: 21:43

“Get Fit with a continuous glucose monitor. Ditch the scale. Get a CGM.” Is this the next big thing?  We all love gadgets and everyone wants to find that missing piece that will help them get to their goals.  Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM for short) is what we are going to be talking about today and this is such an interesting topic!

CGM is not a brand new technology-it has been available commercially since 2000 to help people with type 1 and type 2 diabetes manage their blood sugar, medications, and prevent hypoglycemia (dangerously low blood sugar that can be fatal).  It is actually pretty cool-a small sensor is inserted under your skin usually in the arm or mid-section. The sensor continually tests your blood sugar and wirelessly transmits the information to your smartphone or other device. Some systems automatically adjust medication based on the reading. Many will alert a patient or caregiver if blood sugar is getting too low. These are great little machines that are associated with improving the outcomes of diabetes, such as better Hgb A1c levels and decreased bouts of hypoglycemia. However, are they useful, necessary and worth the money for people without diabetes? Today, we will have a discussion about what information we have so you can make an informed choice.

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Tired of sifting through conflicting diet trends and exaggerated fitness claims? Practical Nutrition cuts through the noise with grounded, evidence-based conversations. This podcast is hosted by Registered Dietitians Cassie Dimmick, Amanda Rathbun, Anthony Hales, and Ryleigh Clark from the Achieving Your Best Nutrition and Training Center in Springfield, Missouri. They’re joined by local KY3 News journalist Maria Neider, who brings a curious outsider’s perspective to the table. Together, they tackle the complicated world of food and wellness without the jargon or sales pitches. Each episode feels like a candid discussion with knowledgeable friends who have seen it all in their clinical and coaching practices. You’ll hear practical takeaways that can be applied to real life, whether it’s deciphering a new food label, navigating social gatherings, or building a sustainable movement routine. The focus is on long-term health strategies over quick fixes, all delivered with a dose of Midwestern pragmatism. Listen for a refreshingly straightforward take on what actually works, making this podcast a reliable resource for anyone feeling overwhelmed by the health and fitness industry’s constant chatter.
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