Should You Use a CGM in 2026? Benefits, Cost, and Who Actually Needs One

38% of adults in America have prediabetes—and 80% of them don't know it.

If you've seen those small patches on people's arms at the gym or heard about continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) but aren't sure if you actually need one, this episode is for you. 

There are several CGM options on the market and in this episode, I share which sensor and dashboard platform I prefer for my clients and why.

I'm breaking down one of the most powerful tools I use with clients: CGMs. I'm covering what they actually measure, whether they're worth the cost in 2026, and how to use them strategically without breaking the bank.

What You'll Learn:

• Why 9 out of 10 causes of death in the US are connected to blood sugar dysregulation
  What a CGM actually measures (and why annual blood work isn't enough)
  How CGM users reduced glucose variability by 20-33% without medication
  The real cost breakdown ($75-$150 per sensor) and how to use them strategically
  My preferred CGM sensor and dashboard platform for 2026

Blood sugar isn't just about diabetes—it's the canary in the coal mine for your energy, weight, and long-term health. A CGM shows you in real-time why you crash at 3pm, why you can't lose weight despite "eating healthy," and why that stressful meeting tanked your energy for 24 hours.

When you use a CGM it’s personalized nutrition without years of trial and error.

Resources:

• Book your Health Strategy Call Today: feelgreatwithkait.com/contact 
• Buy CGM Sensors: theiahealth.ai/c/feelgreatwithkait 

Does your calendar dictate your nutrition? 

• Grab The No-Time Nutrition Blueprint: http://store.feelgreatwithkait.com/ntn

Ready to stop trading your health for your wealth?

• Apply for coaching with Kaitlin: https://tidycal.com/kaitlin/apply