Dexcom launches first over-the-counter continuous glucose monitor. Heres what its like
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"The idea is to help people, over time, learn about diet choices and habits and how those are impacting glucose," Jake Leach, chief operating officer at Dexcom, told CNBC in an interview. It was the first over-the-counter continuous glucose monitor to be cleared for use, though Dexcoms competitor Abbott received clearance for two similar devices in June. And for users who want to dig deeper into their glucose and understand what causes spikes, theres a trove of educational materials in the apps "Learn" tab. The articles are brief, sometimes only a few sentences, and theyre broken down into categories like "Stelo Basics," "Glucose Deep Dive," "Nutrition," "Exercise," "Sleep" and "Stress." Id advise a little caution when pulling on long sleeves, as the sensor can snag a bit, but its easy to wear all types of clothes and jackets over it.
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