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Lingo 101

Breaking down the Lingo biosensor: Wearing, applying and removing the biosensor

Our guide breaks down the Lingo biosensor. Learn more about how it works, how to apply it, how to remove it and what to do if it stops working prematurely.

May 23, 2025|6 minutes

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Lingo 101

Using Lingo: Practical tips for lasting wear of your Lingo biosensor

The Lingo biosensor is a wearable CGM that is designed to work for up to 14 days even when showering, swimming, or working out. Learn practical steps for lasting wear of your Lingo biosensor.

May 22, 2025|7 minutes

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Nutrition

Find better balance by adding fibre-rich vegetables to your plate

Fiber-rich vegetables can fill you up and help you manage your glucose. Learn more about how to incorporate them into your diet throughout the day.

May 12, 2025|2 minutes

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Lingo 101

OTC CGMs: How Can They Benefit You?

Discover the Lingo, an OTC integrated CGM, and see how it can enhance your wellness journey. Find out if it's the right fit for your health goals.

May 12, 2025|4 minutes

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Metabolism

What are normal glucose levels?

Learn what is considered a normal glucose (blood sugar) level range for adults and how you can measure your own levels.

February 19, 2025|8 minutes

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Nutrition

How does drinking alcohol affect your glucose levels?

Alcoholic drinks can raise or lower your glucose levels, depending on factors such as what beverage you’re drinking. Learn more about these effects here.

February 11, 2025|6 minutes

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Metabolism

Are high or low morning glucose levels normal?

Your glucose and sleep have a significant impact on each other. Learn more about this relationship and how sleep affects your levels in the morning here.

February 11, 2025|4 minutes

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Metabolism

Guide to metabolic age: What is it and can it actually be improved?

Metabolic age refers to your basal metabolic rate (BMR) compared to others in your age group. But what does it actually mean and can it be improved?

February 11, 2025|6 minutes

How to avoid a glucose (blood sugar) spike
Metabolism

How to avoid a glucose (blood sugar) spike

Glucose spikes, or blood sugar spikes, are a marked rise in the amount of glucose in your blood. If they happen frequently, your health could be affected.

December 13, 2024|6 minutes

Our editorial team

Christina Stiehl

Christina Stiehl

Managing Editor

Sophie Bertrand, Msc, RNutr

Sophie Bertrand

Nutrition Specialist

Ken Ford, PhD

Ken Ford,

Founder and CEO Emeritus, The Institute for Human and Machine Cognition

David Unwin, MD

David Unwin,

General Practitioner, UK

Jen Unwin, BSc, MSc, DPsy, FBPsS

Jen Unwin,

Clinical Health Psychologist

Jeff Volek, PhD

Jeff Volek,

Professor of Human Sciences, The Ohio State University

Mark Cucuzzella, MD, FAAFP

Mark Cucuzzella,

Professor West Virginia University School of Medicine, Air Force Reserve Lieutenant Colonel (ret)

Antonio Ceriello

Antonio Ceriello,

Head of the Diabetes Department, IRCCS MultiMedica in Milan, Italy

Amy McKenzie, PhD

Amy McKenzie,

Director of Medical Affairs & Clinical Research, Lingo

Sarah Koenck, MS, RD

Sarah Koenck, MS, RD

Medical Affairs

Andrea Givens

Andrea Givens, MS, RD, CSSD

Medical Affairs

Pamela Nisevich Bede, MS, RD, CSSD, LD

Pamela Nisevich Bede, MS, RD, CSSD, LD

Medical Affairs

James McIntosh

James McIntosh

Editor

Emily Shiffer

Emily Shiffer

Contributing Writer

April Benshosan

April Benshosan

Contributing Writer

Robert Standley, PhD

Robert Standley, PhD

Clinical Research

Lorelie Villarete, PhD

Lorelie Villarete, PhD

Clinical Research