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Meghan Linvill McNab uses CGM to help balance her approach to eating

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Meghan Linvill McNab uses CGM to help balance her approach to eating

After learning her blood sugar was borderline prediabetic, Meghan realized she needed to reassess her view of “healthy” carbs.

Jessica Migala

May 16, 2023

3 min read

3 min read

How Beth Bollinger creates delicious, blood sugar-friendly recipes for Levels

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How Beth Bollinger creates delicious, blood sugar-friendly recipes for Levels

The content developer talks about her health journey, how she learned to use food for wellness, and why she wears a CGM.

Jessica Migala

May 4, 2023

4 min read

4 min read

April Izer started using a CGM after going into remission from breast cancer

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April Izer started using a CGM after going into remission from breast cancer

After treatment sent her into menopause, the health coach is learning how to take care of herself in a new way.

Jessica Migala

May 3, 2023

3 min read

3 min read

Cheryl M. wears a CGM to track her response to intermittent fasting

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Cheryl M. wears a CGM to track her response to intermittent fasting

Stress plays a crucial role in her weight gain, but following 36-hour fasts helps her get back to a comfortable weight.

Jessica Migala

March 29, 2023

4 min read

4 min read

Olympian Sammy Schultz wears a CGM to improve her training and health

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Olympian Sammy Schultz wears a CGM to improve her training and health

The retired athlete used Levels to hone her fueling strategy during training; now, she uses CGM to help manage her blood sugar after a PCOS diagnosis.

Jessica Migala

March 14, 2023

6 min read

6 min read

Longtime member Ryan Baxter on the changing role Levels has played in his health journey

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Longtime member Ryan Baxter on the changing role Levels has played in his health journey

Jessica Migala

February 2, 2023

3 min read

3 min read

For Patricia Sylwester, MD, blood sugar regulation is a cornerstone of wellness

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For Patricia Sylwester, MD, blood sugar regulation is a cornerstone of wellness

Using a CGM gave her the tools to teach her patients how to maintain a very low-carb diet successfully.

Jessica Migala

January 15, 2023

3 min read

3 min read

CrossFit owner and coach Stephanie Nickitas wears a CGM to check in on her health

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CrossFit owner and coach Stephanie Nickitas wears a CGM to check in on her health

The former tennis pro watched how her blood sugar reacts to food and workouts and learned the difference between ‘good’ and ‘bad’ stressors.

Jessica Migala

January 13, 2023

2 min read

2 min read

Hanna Hyvaerinen wears a CGM to help manage blood sugar while living with gastroparesis

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Hanna Hyvaerinen wears a CGM to help manage blood sugar while living with gastroparesis

Despite getting advice suggesting a diet of simple carbs, she realized that making more blood sugar friendly choices helped her feel better all around.

Jessica Migala

January 9, 2023

3 min read

3 min read

Rian Edman made changes he needed to get his energy back up in his 30s

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Rian Edman made changes he needed to get his energy back up in his 30s

By conducting small experiments using the CGM, Rian was able to hone in on a few habits that really made a difference in managing his blood sugar response.

Jessica Migala

November 29, 2022

3 min read

3 min read

How Katie Mathews learned to stop chasing the perfect CGM score

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How Katie Mathews learned to stop chasing the perfect CGM score

The GI physician assistant found that she felt better when she loosened her dietary restrictions.

Jessica Migala

November 5, 2022

3 min read

3 min read

Why CGM super user Gabe Mendoza upped his carb intake intentionally

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Why CGM super user Gabe Mendoza upped his carb intake intentionally

The nutrition and fitness pro used his own body as an experiment–and was blown away by the results. Why carb timing matters

Jessica Migala

October 24, 2022

5 min read

5 min read

After two years of using Levels, Mo Jeans has adopted a seasonal approach to eating

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After two years of using Levels, Mo Jeans has adopted a seasonal approach to eating

Aiming to extend her ‘health life,’ the physician assistant made blood sugar-friendly changes to her eating and exercise habits.

Jessica Migala

October 10, 2022

4 min read

4 min read