Here is how to get a replacement for you faulty sensor: https://www.freestyle.abbott/en-ca/support/guided-questions.html You will typically receive the replacement in 1 week.

Blood sugar spiked (7.9) when I got home after work and was rushing around getting dinner ready. It spiked again (8.2) after I had a treat (fruit gummies). I got a bit anxious about the spike and that caused it go up even more (10.1) 😳😳 I have had a feeling about these evening spikes for a while now. I am a caregiver for my 88 year old mom and while I do have help during the day, the evenings can be quite challenging after a day at work. It took a while for the spike to drop. Walking for 15+ mins after dinner definitely helped.

This isn’t about “good vs bad foods”. This is about your body, your data, your insight. What foods are you MOST curious about? Is it… 🍕 Pizza ☕ Your morning coffee or cappuccino 🍷 Wine vs cocktails 🍌 Fruit (is it really “spiking” you?) 🥣 Oatmeal vs eggs 🍫 Chocolate 🥤 “Healthy” smoothies 🍞 Bread, pasta, rice 🥛 Dairy vs plant-based milk Or something totally different? ✨ Nothing is off limits.✨ No judgment.✨ Just data. Because once you see it…You can actually change it. Let’s make this personal. Share your top 1–3 foods below 👇 — Dr. Tara

It’s happening 🙌 I just put a CGM back on — and on April 20, I’m inviting you to put one on with me. Welcome to The Real-Time Reset — a free, guided 2-week experience where you’ll go through 10 simple experiments and see, in real time, how your body responds to food, movement, stress, and sleep. This group is where everything will live — your experiments, guides, updates, and conversation along the way. The full course will open closer to April 20 so everything is ready for day one. If you’re new here, welcome. If you’ve been here a while, I’m so glad you’re still here. Before we begin, there’s just one thing to do now: get your CGM sensor. The FreeStyle Libre 2 is the one I recommend, although the Libre 3 works too. You can find one at most pharmacies or Costco. Just don’t put it on yet — we’ll all be applying ours together on April 20. More details and a full setup guide are coming soon. For now, drop a comment below and let me know you’re here 👋 — Tara

Hi Everyone, I hope you are having a great week. I’ve been talking a lot about cravings lately, and today I want to share a perspective shift that can change how you relate to them: First off, tell me, are you experiencing cravings? Y/N (answer below) My main messages to you is that cravings are not a weakness. They are a signal. Your body is speaking to you—and often it’s asking for balance, not discipline. Cravings can stem from many things: - Blood sugar dips (especially after high-carb or low-protein meals) - Hormonal fluctuations (like in the second half of your cycle) - Mineral deficiencies (magnesium, zinc, or even sodium) - Gut microbiome imbalances (some bacteria literally crave sugar!) - Or even emotional needs—comfort, grounding, or routine. So instead of trying to “willpower” your way through cravings or sabotaging yourself, pause and ask: 👉 What is my body asking for right now? Is it fuel? Minerals? Comfort? Sleep? Stability? Try this instead of sugar: - A spoonful of almond butter with cinnamon – balances blood sugar and nourishes - Magnesium-rich foods – think pumpkin seeds, leafy greens, or a magnesium supplement in the evening - 5–10 deep belly breaths – this calms the nervous system and reduces stress-induced cravings You might be surprised how quickly the urge passes when your body feels heard and supported. Reflection Time: What cravings tend to show up for you—and when? Do you notice patterns with your cycle, stress levels, sleep, or specific meals? Let’s open the conversation. Sharing your insights can help others recognize their own patterns too :) 💬👇