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Your Diabetes Insider PodcastAuthor: Ben Tzeel
Welcome to the Your Diabetes Insider Podcast, where we take all the mysteries of blood sugar control, focusing on nutrition, exercise, and any of the other 40 factors that may impact your blood sugars. I'm Ben Tzeel, a registered dietitian, certified diabetes educator, strength coach, and Type 1 diabetic myself of over 20 years. Join me as I share my personal and professional experiences, helping you have your best blood sugars while living your best life with diabetes! Language: en-us Genres: Health & Fitness, Nutrition Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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Can You REALLY Trust Your CGM? Dexcom & Libre Recalls, Accuracy Issues, and What You NEED to Know
Episode 130
Monday, 15 December, 2025
In this episode of Your Diabetes Insider Podcast, we're diving into a super important question: Can you actually trust your CGM right now? With recent headlines about the Freestyle Libre 3 recall - including reports of inaccurate readings, injuries, and even deaths PLUS ongoing Dexcom G7 issues like failed alerts, sensor errors, and big accuracy swings, it's no wonder people with type 1 and type 2 diabetes are feeling unsure about their devices. I'm breaking down what's really going on with CGMs, why your readings might be 25–100 points off, how that impacts dosing decisions (especially with pumps and automated systems), and what you can do to protect yourself. From calibrating new sensors, to "soaking" them before activation, to keeping a backup meter (non-negotiable!), this episode gives you practical, real-life tips to stay safe and confident using your Dexcom, Libre, or any CGM. If you've ever looked at your number and thought, "There's no way that's right," this one's definitely for you! Want the best blood sugars you've ever had while enjoying great food? Peep this: https://www.yourdiabetesinsider.com/coaching RESOURCES: Download these FREE guides that will help you on your diabetes, nutrition, and exercise journey! https://www.yourdiabetesinsider.com/free-stuff Watch my food breakdowns here → https://www.youtube.com/@yourdiabetesinsider LET'S TALK! Instagram: @manoftzeel Tiktok: @manoftzeel
