Some experts claim that reducing fluctuations throughout the day can help protect against heart disease, even for people who don't have diabetes.

Summary

Continuous glucose monitors (CGMs), once limited to diabetics, are now available over-the-counter, sparking interest among non-diabetics tracking wellness.

These devices provide real-time blood sugar data, helping users understand how diet, sleep, and stress affect glucose levels.

While some claim CGMs aid weight loss and prevent diabetes, experts caution that normal fluctuations are expected, and there’s limited research on benefits for healthy individuals.

CGMs may help those with prediabetes or PCOS manage blood sugar. However, overuse could cause unnecessary anxiety about natural glucose variations.