Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) for Metabolic Health
A clinical tool used to understand blood sugar patterns, insulin resistance, and metabolic responses that affect weight and long-term health.
What Is Continuous Glucose Monitoring?
Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) is a wearable sensor that measures glucose levels throughout the day and night. Unlike single lab values, CGM shows real-time patterns and responses to food, stress, sleep, and activity.
At Crabtree Health, CGM is used as a medical insight tool—not a fitness gadget—to guide personalized care.
Who CGM Is Most Helpful For
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Patients with insulin resistance or prediabetes
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Individuals with stubborn weight loss despite treatment
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Patients using GLP-1 medications
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Reactive hypoglycemia or cravings
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Metabolic syndrome or abdominal weight gain
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Patients who want data-driven guidance
Weight loss is not just about calories. Blood sugar variability and insulin response play a major role in hunger, fat storage, and energy levels. CGM allows us to see patterns that are invisible on standard labs.
Identify foods that trigger glucose spikes
Reduce trial-and-error approaches
Understand cravings and energy crashes
Optimize timing and composition of meals
Adjust medications and supplements more precisely
How CGM Is Used in Our Practice
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CGM is prescribed or recommended after your medical visit
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You wear the sensor for a defined period
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Data is reviewed alongside your medical history and labs
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Adjustments are made to nutrition, medications, or supplements
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Monitoring may continue if clinically appropriate
Not every patient needs CGM. Recommendations are made based on medical judgment.
Ongoing Monitoring When Appropriate
For some patients, CGM data may be monitored between visits as part of ongoing metabolic care. This allows timely adjustments without requiring additional office visits.
When criteria are met, remote monitoring services may be billed to insurance.
CGM and Lifestyle Guidance
CGM data is most useful when paired with guidance. Some patients choose to add lifestyle support to help interpret patterns and apply changes consistently.
FAQ
Is CGM covered by insurance? Coverage varies. Some patients qualify through insurance, while others choose self-pay options.
Is CGM required for weight loss? No. CGM is a tool used when clinically helpful.
How long do I need to wear it? Duration varies depending on goals and response.
Is this the same as diabetes CGM? Similar technology, used for broader metabolic insight.
