Curious about the new Dexcom Stelo biosensor? This prescription-free glucose biosensor isn’t just for people with prediabetes or diabetes—it’s designed for anyone who wants a closer look at how food and lifestyle choices impact blood glucose. I was given a free sample to try Stelo for 15 days, not because I have problems with my blood glucose; however, I often have trouble sleeping at night. I wanted to get a better understanding of how lifestyle impacts glucose.
Here are a few quick insights from my perspective after a 15 day trial:
🍽 Why post-meal spikes matter
Stelo revealed surprising jumps in my blood glucose after a meal. I ate a salmon burger on a ciabatta roll with a cup of millet and a kale salad with chickpeas. The portion sizes of the carbohydrates in that meal (roll, millet, chickpeas) caused my blood glucose to spike. The next time I ate a salmon burger, I took away the top roll and measured out half a cup of millet. These spikes don’t necessarily mean insulin resistance, but repeated highs can signal your body is struggling with balance. Seeing the data helps connect meals with real-time impact.
🚶♀️ The power of movement after meals
One of the simplest ways to smooth out those spikes? A short walk or light movement within 30 minutes of eating. Even 10–15 minutes can make a noticeable difference. My blood glucose came down quickly after a 15-minute walk. Stelo makes it easier to see that connection.
🙋🏾♀️ Who might benefit most
- Individuals with prediabetes or insulin resistance
- Health-conscious individuals curious about how food/activity affect them
- Athletes wanting to fine-tune performance and recovery
- Individuals who want to get the most out of their GLP-1 medications
🤔 Who may not need it
- Those with outstanding healthy habits and no health concerns
- People who get anxious with too much health tracking
- Anyone hoping for a “quick fix” (it’s a tool, not the solution)
💡 Bottom line:
The Dexcom Stelo can be an eye-opener for understanding your body’s response to meals and movement. But the real value comes from using the insights to build sustainable, balanced habits.
*Book a complimentary nutrition phone consultation now to learn how to eat better to improve your health.
Nutritionally Yours,
Jerlyn
