Exploring the Benefits and Pitfalls of Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs) with Hayden James

Have you ever heard of continuous glucose monitors (CGMs)? This technology is transforming how we approach nutrition, offering real-time data that can lead to significant health improvements. In this episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Hayden James, a seasoned sports dietitian and diabetes educator. Hayden James and I discuss the broader applications of CGMs, from weight loss to optimizing athletic performance. Our conversation includes client stories, the importance of evidence-based recommendations, and the need for thoughtful consideration when interpreting CGM data. If you’re a health data nerd like me, this episode is one you won’t want to miss. Join us for our discussion to learn more about: (2:50) What continuous glucose monitors are, and why you might consider using one (4:45) Benefits of continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) for optimizing nutrition for athletes and non-diabetics (5:50) How someone might use CGM data for making significant changes in health and nutrition habits (11:50) A story about an ultra-athlete with prediabetes using CGM data to stabilize blood sugar levels through personalized nutrition interventions (35:00) Potential pitfalls of using CGMs, particularly in non-diabetic populations, and the importance of evidence-based recommendations Thanks for listening! Be sure to tune in to all the episodes to get more advice for reaching your health goals with a macros approach. If you enjoyed this episode, I'd love to see you share what you took away from it by taking a screenshot of the episode and tagging me on Instagram! And don’t forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me what you want to learn about next! RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Access free and low cost resources and services from this episode HERE! Nicola Guess Blog: Glucose spikes in athletes vs everyone else Nicola Guess Blog: How Useful are CGMs for athletes? Nicola Guess Blog: I've got a CGM- what kinds of values are normal? Outside Magazine: A Real Time Fuel Gauge for Endurance Athletes CONNECT WITH EMILY FIELD RD: Website Facebook Instagram CONNECT WITH HAYDEN JAMES: Satiate Nutrition Website Instagram