New CGMs Coming This Year - 2024
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This video highlights the new CGMs and CGM Integrations coming out this year - 2024! I get into the Medtronic's Simplera and the InPen and Simplera Sync for the 780g pump. Next I cover Dexcom G6 with Omnipod's iPhone app, and Dexcom G7 for Omnipod 5. I explain the FreeStyle Libre 2 Plus and how it will work with pumps and what the FreeStyle Libre 4 will look like. And lastly, what the Eversense cgm's future integration with pumps may look like. Subscribe for more!
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Chapters:
Intro: 00:00
Medtronic Simplera: 01:07
Medtronic Simplera Sync: 04:29
Dexcom G7: 05:22
Dexcom Stelo: 06:23
FreeStyle Libre 2 Plus: 08:00
Freestyle Libre 4: 10:23
Eversense Implantable CGM: 11:28
Outro: 12:43
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Actually I'm a non diabetic and my insurance covers Dexcom's G7 completely at no charge for me. I have hyperinsulinemia so I use the CGM to monitor my blood sugar as I have trouble keeping my blood sugar up so the amount of food, candy, etc I have to keep on me is a bit annoying. I also take metformin because it helps with reactive hypoclycemia as I'd have crazy crashes in my blood sugar after less than an hour after eating and the results were not fun. So even though Dexcom's website asks what type of diabetic you are, if you talk with your insurance, you CAN get a CGM covered as long as you're using it for things related to blood sugar monitoring and adjustments.
Thanks for updating us on all the options for type 1 and type 2. It does look exciting for all diabetics.
:) :)
I currently use a medtronic paradigm 523. I have been on this model firbabout 10 years. I used the medtronic sensors some time ago and hated inserting and withdrawing the introducer needle so I.stopped using the sensor. I currently use Libre 2 and manually enter the info into my pump. If Medtronic had their newer sensor that is used with the pen enabled to communicate with the pump I may stay with them and get their new pump. I have been type 1 for 45 years and am not a huge fan of handing control over to the pumps algorithm. I may take the leap though. Thanks for all your helpful information.
I am pleased with my G7. Going from 10 to 15 days would be nice with the Stello, but I would miss the alarms. TBH I worry more about going under 70 more than approaching 400
I was told I had pre diabetes…. My doctor said the insurance company will not pay for a device unless I was diabetic… i bought my own 🩸 Blood glucose monitor and I have my blood glucose reading under 100… so since I’m on a no carb diet.. I think my blood glucose levels will stay down…I would buy on of those devices if they wear not so expensive…
If I may know, how much does it cost in your country?
Thank you for all your research.
Amazing content, keep it up!
Thank you very much very informative
Thanks for the news!
I can't wait for the Stelo. I'm T2 without insulin so I don't need the low alarms and I imagine the cgm will have the ability to not have low alarms
Im excited for you!! I want to hear what the experience using it is like :)
Great information of what is out there and what is to come. I do think there is a push to get CGMs available into everyone’s hands for general health, weight loss and people real trying to understand their overall health. We’ve seen paid subscriptions already so that people can see what their blood sugars are doing with certain foods, exercise, etc. I like that option of the Inpen with CGM for people who want to stay MDI 🙌🏼. The overlay with the guardian sensor is great but hate that it’s only 7 day wear. 7 & 14 day wears can get tricky with some peoples insurance sometimes. We use OP5 and G6 right now, waiting for G7 integration. Have to hear about the G6 discontinuation at all? All of this is exciting news for people with diabetes.
Awesome info and thanks for helping the diabetic community! The pump is an excellent innovation, but the infusion site and wiring seem intimidating. I guess we have not many options, use it or live with pens!
I am very excited about G7 support for Omnipod 5 and the Libre 4.
Yesssssss
Here in Australia they've never released the Libre 3. Instead they updated the app last year to make the Libre 2 send your glucose level every minute to your phone, without scanning. They don't call it Libre 2 plus and carers can see the readings remotely. It's interesting how they do things differently in different markets.
I love my g7 and going to get my 1st pump
I think with Stelo, they are trying to eventually market it to non diabetics. On one hand it would be great because that means non-diabetics can stop taking away CGM’s from diabetics, but on the other hand I feel like it’ll let health influencers spread more misinformation about foods and natural glucose spikes. I like the idea that that type 2 diabetics and people with other health conditions can use it, but there’s an obvious double edge if they eventually put it out on the general market
💯💯 We shall see!
Hello, do you work for the food industry? People are eating so much junk food and there is so much hidden sugar in a lot of food. 70% of food in supermarkets has added sugar. The public has been lied to since the 1970's about what are healthy foods. We were told to eat cereal and other foods loaded with carbs. As a result there is an obesity epidemic and 40% of the population has prediabetes. I see many severely overweight children in schools. It's really sad. If everyone had access to CGM's who needed them we could prevent obesity and diabetes. I use one, and it's been a game changer. I've had diabetes for 17 years and never really knew how food, exercise, even stress affect me. It allows me to have better control of my health. The food manufacturers only care about making money. The result is a nation of sick people. We need to reverse this trend, or the young people aren't going to live long. We'll be back to the 19th century where people barely made it beyond age 40.
I love my Medtronic 789G. It is so easy to stay in range without much effort. I think the new Medtronic CGM would really make the 780 more popular. The algorithm has blown my mind. It is a game changer!!!!
Medtronic has single handedly made my life a living hell these past couple years.
Awesome 😎
Patiently waiting for any and all updates for simplera in US.
Same in uk.
My daughter hates gaurdian
I love love love my Eversense E3 6 month CGM. I am just ending my third one and I am heartbroken that I have to discontinue it because it doesn't loop with my omnipod or any other insulin pump. They want me to switch over to a Dexcom G6 with my new omnipod 5. I hope at some close point in the future Eversense will find a way to have the E3 work with an insulin pump, because the accuracy has been astounding. It's really helped my A1C and it's super simple to use.
i used Eversense for 2 years (originally 3 month, last two being 6 month sensor).
I LOVED my Eversense so much more than my Dexcom G7 I have now. The on-body vibration alerts the Eversense has are sorely misssed.
G7.... only 10 day sensor , app notifications HORRIBLE compared to the Eversense.
I'm type 1 for 40+yrs, my last A1C was 5.5. I really work hard keeping my BSL between 70-120. The Eversense was SO MUCH better and stable with readings... the G7.. ugh.
Another BIG hate I have for the G7..... "pressure lows" If I put much pressure on my G7, the readings will go from 100 to "LOW" or "sensor issue". This is SO FREAKING ANNOYING when trying to sleep. I NEVER had such issues with my Eversene.
I can't wait until my insurance changes... hopin to get back on the Eversense, or other CGM. My insrurance only covers G7 currently.
Looking forward to getting my Eversense! Everything has been approved and hopefully will get it implanted next week. Looking forward to the vibration aspect as once I’m asleep I don’t hear the incredibly loud alarms from my Dexcom. Also will be nice to get accurate readings and not worrying about knocking it off all the time. G7 is nice bc it doesn’t give me a rash like the G6 did, but neither stayed on for the full sensor time. Dexcom is absolutely wonderful regarding sending replacements but that doesn’t help if I don’t happen to have another sensor available.
In Ontario Canada I can not get a CGM covered by my Old age drug coverage because I'm a non insulin type 2 diabetic. Even though i got a free trial and while using it I discovered i was going very low over night. I also started to discover how different foods had large effects on my sugar. being on a pension I can not afford the out of pocket costs.
I'm usnig a 780G with the Enlite 3 w/Bluetooth.. I remember reading that Enlite 4 was a HUGE change on the algorithim compared to the 3. It seems Simplera will be day and night for me lol. Nice design of the Simplera, since the Enlite design sucks... it's really tricky to keep it clean.
But, Simplera + 780G will be a BIG step forward for this duo of Medtronic, can't wait to see what the future brings.
I started with the Freestyle lite2 but it was grossly inaccurate so I went to the Dexcom G6 and now the G7. I'm T-2 and Dexcom has helped e greatly lowing my A1C
I agree cgm do help show what is going on, my father had diabetes (type2) and had to regularly finger test, but having been diagnosed, first it was diet and now metaformin and avastin (for chloestrol) and ribonfin (for high blood pressure), but that aside no finger test, just 3 months, if you remind your gp in the uk for an a1c and urine test, but not exactly great living in the unkown, so invested in cgm after watching CZcams Type 1 Talks etc and said to my other half about them, Did an NHS course for Diabetes and they recommend them for type2, but of course we have lottery over here on health board allowing them, mine doesn't unless on insulin, which thxfully at present I am not. But, do think with the feedback to docs and estimated a1c it is a no brainer for health monitoring especially as they advance to more bio flag checks etc, saves NHS / Private Health care around globe money and early intervention and not estimates from blood tests alone during the year. Will be interesting if we get like contacts monthly external cgms as that will bring costs down massively i can see, also 6 month looks a good step (only issue I have is with implants lasting 6 months - does the implant naturally disolve to disposable items one excretes or is it extracted via procedure, as otherwise your end up with tiny nodules all over your body in only a yr or 2 , which doesn't sound healthy.
Thanks for your very informative content . Id like to know how can I get my g7 readings on a larger screen device such as you have in the back ground , would love to know which items to buy and if you could do a how to tutorial that would be brilliant many thanks .
my biggest complaint with the libre 2 sensor is the loss of
multi device use , I loved having all my I-phones as well as my reader
being able to be used. also when the 14 day sensor was dropped i had to get
a new reader and you can only use the reader OR your I--phone but not both..🤬
Damn Libre 2... hope it has nightscout like export to cloud options for parents
CDE here! Thank you!
You got it!
Any new info on getting a sensor to connect directly to a smart watch? I switched from libre 3 to dexcom G7 a few months ago because the follow tech on libre would stop and it would a lot to get it working again. I use the follow to put my readings on my smart watch with the G watch app. the dexcom follow seems to be much more consistently working. thanks.
II had a lot of trouble with medtronics G3 Sensors and i was locked into their system because of the pump. This is the main reason why i would not want to use any of their produtcs again. To get another pump with AID i had to pay it myself. Be careful when choosing a system!,
I was a Medtronic user years ago but left when they got too big and I became insignificant. I switched to Dexcom because I like the tubeless design. I am now on Dexcom with the G6 CGM. I am thinking about changing to the Tandem Mobi because Dexcom devices are not keeping up with iPhone updates. The Dexcom CGM is also not treating my high glucose as accurately as it should. I have been diabetic since the 1990s and have been diligent about diet, etc. I just don’t know if all of these new features are living up to the hype.
I would be excited for a CGM that stayed accurate after a week, 9 out of the last 10 only was reasonably accurate through halfway and then would be anywhere from 15-40 off with no consistency.
Try the AIDEX CGM. I think you will be pleasantly surprised like I was.
I’m using the Medtronic 780g pump & the guardian 4 sensors are a nightmare, after the 2 hour warmup they always go into sensor updating & after 4/5 hours it’s still updating so I unplug it & put it into new sensor mode again & after the 2 hour warmup it will work. So fed up with it though, another year before I can change. Never had this problem with the sensor 3
i think you may be right about stelo and nondiabetes integration. and that's not horrible - it does keep people from causing shortages in the g7/g6 space, which was a concern last year when the diet/fitness industry started sniffing around cgm spaces. it's double edged- on one hand, glucose spikes are actually normal and healthy. on the other hand, t2 is often undiagnosed. you can walk around with 300 blood sugar and not know it, and getting that info via a cgm would change a lot of lives and really help simplify the diabetes diagnosis process. it would also cut through some of the stigma/thought that only people of a certain body size get DM. stelo and products like it won't care how skinny you are - it'll tell you your values anyway, which will allow people who don't fit the profile to get diagnosed, catching t2 and t1 alike.
No, it’s not dumb at all to get a CGM if you don’t have diabetes or pre-diabetes. In my family, everyone is diabetic and I don’t want to get it. I would not need to get a CGM for ever, just for a month would be nice because it would show me what the food I eat is doing to my blood sugar, etc…..to prevent diabetes. We are all different and we react differently to carbs.
I’m with you. I wear a G7 once a month or two because I am not diabetic but my grandmother was, and I don’t want diabetes to sneak up on me. I’m learning so much about how foods affect my glucose levels. It’s worth it for me to buy these as, of course, insurance will not cover them.
any update on when we might see the Stelo released here in the US ?
Im really reeeeeeeally excited for the eversense as I'm allergic to adhesives (I can't even wear an insulin pump so i dont care about the pairing ). Currently I'm using the freestyle libre 2 and it only lasts a max of 8 days before the blisters and puss makes it fall off (and thats pushing it with under patches and protective skin guards being used... And one time using super glue to make it stay on for 10 days as i was traveling and had forgotten my strips... Lots of dripping coming out from under the sensor 😢) My doc is going to have me switch to the dexcom soon to see if that adhesive is less offensive to my skin but since even bandages without latex make me rash I don't know how well it'll work (I did find out that the libres have some of the highest allergy rates in their adhesives tho so I'm crossing my fingers 🤞). I wouldn't mind trying the one that only lasts 7 days as my sensors tend to last around 5-6 days on average. However, do you know if the new freestyle libre 2plus has improved on their adhesives (I really like how the libre works regardless of the adhesive problem)?
I’m unsure if the adhesive is any different for Libre 2 plus. This sounds so annoying, sorry you have this issue. I hope Dexcom works well for you :)
what u have on the background with sugar reading, is sugarpixel? one is swhowing mg and another mmol? or its all in one sugar pixel? because when i was searching i couldn't find something to show me mg only mmol. thanks!
Looking forward to the Eversense 365 day system when that drops
That will be an awesome option!!!
What is the reasoning for making a prescription necessary CGM’s?
I wish that Dexcom will Have The G7 talking to my applewatch series 9 soon Any News ?
I feel it is fine for these companies to be creating and marketing these devices for the general public who is interested in the effects of food on their blood glucose and insulin spikes that cause metabolic disease later in life ie. type 2. If these devices sell more units then the price should drop for everyone which is beneficial for those who "need" these devices just to live. I am concerned with the disposability of these devices, so I cannot wait for skin surface detectors that offer similar data.
I have been using medtronic for 10 years now. I have never used another company insulin pump. I had no idea medtronic was making such an upgrade cgm. I will say medtronic has come such a long way in what the pump can do, and the smartguard feature on the 780g is a life changer. I have had to replace my pump in the last days due to a broken clip railing on the pump. I had no idea the smartguard features take so long to warm up. I was already on 770g automode, so i never had to wait days for the warmup features. It is quite annoying, and i hope this warmup starts soon. But the thing i really can't stand are the medtronic sensors. I find the G4 is very good at accuracy when it actually works, and if you don't calibrate or only do 1 calibrate when it asks if needed, which gives the most accurate results on the sensors. I am unable to use the back of my arm due to how hard these sensors are to put on. My abdomen doesn't work either, too much muscle or something. The sensors just don't insert into my skin for some reason. I am only able to use my thigh or upper buttocks area. Again, the tape is very complicated and sticky with all the tape, i use adhesive cleaner wipes to remove sticky residues after a couple wears. I find the needle causes so many times of bleeding that i have to remove the sensors. Sometimes, it will take 3 or 4 sensors to put on before they actually work. Replacement can also be a pain calling or logging onto medtronic website for replacement. I hope these new medtronic pump sensors will not have an issue with bleeding. I find the G4 works best in a fat area with little to no muscle. I would love to use the back of my arm but find it actually impossible right now.
The guardian sensors and Medtronic 670g and since the 780g didn’t fix the previous gens issues - are both giant piles of dog shit.
The Simplera looks pretty big to other new sensors and only lasts for only a week. The app looks very good, though. But nothing can beat the Libre 3 in terms of size.
The Libre 2 PLUS is a US only product at the time -- in parts of Europe the Libre2 works similar.
Thanks for the info!!!
Libre 2 Plus (15 day sensor, works with Omnipod 5) is now available in the UK. Big issues with it compared to Dexcom but it is available now.
I want a CGM/pump system. What information do you have about Libre 2 Plus linking to the MOBI? That is the system combination I am waiting for!
I could see it happening soon…no word on timeline. Good question for me to ask Tandem!
I’m a 65 year old type 1 diabetic (since 3yrs old). I have been using a Medtronics 670G for 7 years. I just updated to a 780G to now try the CGM. In the past I felt I was pretty on top of BG testing 5-6 times a day. I was not too keen on “attaching” another device along with my infusion set. I guess there are trade offs as I perform less daily testing though that never bothered me. I realize now the better monitoring and insulin flow will help to lower my A1C. Hoping that Medtronic’s will soon come up with a less intrusive CGM (how about all those taping steps! - geez! ) Not to mention I’m wearing a small spaceship.
Thanks for your valuable info and knowledge on this subject - really informative and glad I ran across your posting. Now subsribed.😊
I am out of warranty with Medtronic and thinking about going to Tslim pump. I have only used Medtronic. If they would release the new CGM I would probably stay because their guardian system I have never liked. It’s too big and too much trouble to charge etc.
I would be interested in trying Stelo I’m not on insulin yet. But I would like to see insurance companies cover this. It is quite costly for me to buy the free style Libre 3 out of pocket. I have type 2 and on 2 pill form for my diabetes.
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My advice, try the AIDEX CGM.
@@andypett1962 Do you need to have a prescription for that? What about the cost?
@user-tm2ps8ex3y
HI I am in South Africa so not sure where you are.
We do not need a prescription for the CGM.
To give you an example here the costs are as follows:
2 sensors per month = R1300.00
1 transmitter per 4 years = R600.00
No charging of transmitter.
These costs are more than a year old and I had 3 price increases in 2 years
Medtronic Sensor cost 4 / month R3400
1 transmitter per year R 8800
You have to charge this transmitter.
Hope this helps
I contacted FreeStyle Libre 3 and they saved me 68.00 this is more affordable now for me. What a great company! I even had a censer fail and they sent me out a new one. It was my first time with a failing one, so now I know to save it and they want you to send it back so they can see why it failed. Great customer service!
I use a Freestyle Libra 2 (not the Plus) but do not have to scan my sensor constantly, it already updates via bluetooth 24x7 providing I am within 10m range.
Where do you live? I believe Europe has an updated version like that for the 2
@@diabe_tech That could be it then, I live in France.
do you plan to adress the current iAPS drama in one of your videos? maybe even a call to action to participate in the efforts to create a new fork?
Just curious but why are these monitors only available by prescription. Seems like a good idea to me for people that want to monitor their blood sugar should be able to.
Great video! I'm in Canada, using Libre 2 plus and it works with Libre link up. It's what actually makes it possible to get readings mirrored to smart watches.
*Edit I lied! Im not on the plus but my libre 2 does send readings every minute with scanning only required after a signal loss.
I owe my life to CGM never knew I had a problem till i tested just for fun who knew I had such a problem. My fasting glucose was in low 80s but when I ate carbs or sugar it would go off the charts. Who knew thank god for this thing
i’ve been with medtronic going on 16 years, but i’m currently in the process of switching to tandem mainly because of medtronic’s current CGM option… i’ve heard their new CGM has been in the works, but with my insurance it would be almost 2 years out for me to be able to get my hands on it… i understand medtronic is a business and they have been feeling the pressure from their competitions to step up their game, but for someone that’s been with them for sooo so so, seeing countless if not most of their customers complain and beg for a CGM change, it’s disappointing to see them do that just because of competition and not 100% for the care of their customers. at least that’s been my POV! i’m glad they’re finally taking a big step, but i’ll still be switching over 😕
I'm not sure if this is with all insurance but this year 2024 my INS will no longer authorize CGMs for people who don't also have insulin prescriptions. I used to use Dexcom 6 in the past and currently use FreeStyle Libre 3 and INS will no longer cover CGMs without also having Insulin as well. Very frustrating as I am Type II but no longer using insulin. I'm still on other diabetes meds but I still want to use a CGM to monitor my blood glucose without having to use test strips and pricking my finger tips.
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I'm in the same boat. American Healthcare is disgusting
What about libre rio
Hi can anyone guide me a little please
My kid 15 now is diagnosed last year with T1D ,we use in india freestyle libre 2 CGM but at night we have to stay awake and check cgm readings every 30 minutes ,is there any cgm which can give live readings on mobile with low alarm or high alarm system , no matter wherever it is availaible !! I will arrange to bring Thanks
I am interested in the Everson, but the size of its sensor scares me. It looks like the size of a small bullet.
Is there any news about the new Dexcom ONE+?
Ohhhhh there is and I totally forgot to mention it WOMP WOMP - I'll have to make a video on it!
@@diabe_tech I definitely look forward to that!
I Wish Dexcom Have G7 Will Be Every 15, Days Or 20, 30, 40, 50, 60. 70, 80, 90 Days
I don't know about keeping me there! Ive been T1 for 30yrs, pumping for 21yrs, CGM's for 7yrs. Ive used the Dexcom's 5 & 6 and the Guardians. Medtronic has to get it going! They are supposed to be the leaders in pump technology, but.. the Sensor 4 is actually the Sensor 3 relabled and they made it so you can't extend it. Money, money, money!! The sensor failures are ridiculous! The design is so outdated and such a burden to put on and wear that this is where most of the sensor failures come from. Plus, when you have to pay for it out of pocket, regardless if they replace them or not, you can only get so many replacements a year now. And putting them on your arm is ridiculous. I know, to each his/her own, but the chances of hitting it is greatly increased. I just got done having it fail after 2 days. Yeah, they'll replace it, but that's not the issue. Now hearing that the Simplera doesn't work with the pump is like oh my blank d blank!! How can the FDA approve of a medical device that fails so often!? Money! I love the 780g, especially if they made a cgm that worked properly 90% of the time. They don't take into consideration what the patient has to go through. Also, I have an time in range of usually 83%, but my a1c is 7.7 last time. Before I used any CGM's I had an a1c constantly in the mid 6's. Even the target glucose, which is set at 100, won't keep at that level. Enough, that's my 2 cents for now, but this was a great forum here. I've learnt a few things as well. To everyone, good luck and all the best pumping!!
Medtronic is painfully behind and Tandem is following suit by not releasing their Tslim X3. Thee X2 has been out for quite sometime. If they come up with an all in one Pump, CGM (and I think there will be one within the next 2 years, I will be on board as soon as it comes to Canada. They have to stop wanting to have have something for people without diabetes and just be the best at one thing. JMO
What a surprise
you’re 24 hrs later with this one lol
😂😂😂
These devices are a gold mine for these companies. With all the money they earn on insulin and glucose meters, who is going to be interested in curing that disease?
Thanks for the report, having a meter that lasts more than 15 days would be a good alternative.
Sadly, the CGM market is as out of control as the insulin market. From inside information I have found that these wearable devices cost less than $1 to produce so they are ripping off the wearers and their insurance companies. Other independent researchers say that the device can last up to 45 days and beyond, but is artificially limited by the manufacturer in order to make greater profits. This is another case where the government needs to step in, not buy the R&D argument and limit what can be charged for these devices. Greed is not a justification and needs to be nipped in the bud now.
Medtonic needs to have better customer service. That is why I changed.
Health insurance don't pay alot for them leaving us to pay more copay
I'm using the 780G/Guardian 4.
Medtronic builds their pumps to impress their Shareholders & Their Malpractice coverage.
The end user means nothing to them
We don't need more CGMs, just cheaper ones that are just as accurate or last longer. If something is a little cheaper, it is usually less accurate.
G-7 needs to work with Omnipod! Need tubeless with children! Also when will work with Apple Watch! Don’t like Stello, takes away from T1D developments…looking for money😢
You accidentally called the sensonics cgm a pump.
My question is, if you are not a diabetic why on earth, would you even need a CGM?
We are in total agreement. There was one person on YT that wanted to use it to avoid insulin spikes after he eats. I mean how OCD can you get?
1. People with reactive hypoglycemia / other kinda of hypoglycemia rely on these to stay alive 2. People who have found their prediabetic could use it as a tool to change their diet / lifestyle to avoid becoming full diabetic
@@amycaek that makes sense.
People like tracking biomarkers
Good question! I am on keto and have glucose spikes in the morning (down phenomenon), and used a CGM to collect data to se if there is any relation with previous dinner food intake. First test was not very clear and I now ordered a second cgm that will be, very probably, the last one.
If they aren’t working on improving the ridiculous 5 minute sampling, they’re not trying to actually improve these. It’s all about money.
my single goes out on my g7 when im useing my phone but when i put it back in the pocket that the g7 it comes back.with in a few mins it will also fail on me for no reason . i have the 15 pro max
Your blood sugar is going up. What did you eat?
I'm a type 1 diabetic who has been using CGMs for several years and the push to get non diabetics to use CGMs is absolute nonsense. First off these devices have an accuracy rate, at best, of +/- 20%. This means a reading of 100 could easily actually be anywhere from 80 to 120! So trying to track the small bG variations most non diabetics are likely to experience is a fool's errand. Next up interstitial blood sugar levels lag behind actual blood sugar levels by 15 or 20 minutes. This means the result you are given is what your blood sugar was 15 or 20 minutes ago when what you are trying to evaluate is the effect of diet or exercise right now. In the average non diabetic the endocrine system is quite capable of keeping your blood sugar levels nearly level for the vast percentage of the time. Eating sugary foods might cause a short spike but we all know sugary foods are bad for us already…do we really need a complicated and expensive cgm system to tell us what we already know? And that brings us to the real elephant in the room…money! The sensors for these devices last 10 to 14 days and they ain't cheap! The Libre 2 sensors I use cost $80 each and you need 2 per month or 25 a year for a total cost of $2,000 a year! And that's if you buy them over the counter at the local drug store. Buy the same product from one of companies pushing non diabetic use and you pay $20 a month more! As for the tracking App some charge $200 or more for per year go to the Apple App Store and you can find something similar for free or a one time payment of $4. In short this bG monitoring craze is the latest fast buck scheme to take money from your pocket and put it in theirs. The info a non diabetic gets from a cgm is of almost no value at all due to built in accuracy problems that make attempts to track minor blood sugar changes a fool's errand. My advice is simple: Stop eating junk food, exercise regularly, and use that $2,000 a year to buy a new bicycle…and then ride it every day!
So many "nondiabetics" are actually prediabetics. 40% in the US population. Perhaps they could avoid full blown diabetes, which has NO symptoms until it gets really bad, then your pancreas is really damaged. With the obesity epidemic we are going to have more diabetes in the future, especially among children.
There are also a lot of hidden sugars in foods that you don't know about. My favorite "sugar free" jam had maltodextrin in it and made my blood sugar go through the roof. You can't trust what is on the label. Preventing people who want to have better control over their health is a pretty selfish attitude to have. Why wait until there's a problem to do something about it? My jam wasn't supposed to be junk food, but it was. Sorry but Blood sugar spikes are bad and over time, can cause damage.
I find a CGM for people who aren't diabetic simply dumb. The only instance that I could see a CGM for someone who isn't diabetic is for a person who is pre-diabetic. The CGM could help them learn how foods and exercise affect the blood sugars so that they can learn how to get back on a healthy way of living and potentially keep them from becoming diabetic.
I am doing exactly that. I am 85 and pre-diabetic and monitoring my glucose level in association with exercise after meals. I have purchased a two week pack and very expensive so I will not purchase after these two are done. I’m hoping to learn enough to be able to keep my glucose under control with and avoiding high glucose level foods.
It’s not dumb - why not learn how your body works? Will also maybe make them more sensitive to actual diabetics - shits hard dude!
Well, yeah. Plus a lot of people are in denial, but if a dr can get them to do a trial use, they can see for themselves.
What about people who are getting ready for the physique competition? Or anyone who try to loose weight and see how their blood sugar doing?
After all it’s their body and money. Calling someone, who doesn't bother others, dumb is such a non-intelligent thing.
i moved away from Medtronic after 15 years with them.... for the same reason im now on a Ypsomed CAM apsFX