Glucose Wise
Feel healthier and more energized!
Use a Continuous Glucose Monitor to
Make Smart Choices for a Vibrant, Healthy Life
In this 6-week small group program, through the use of Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs), you’ll learn how your body responds to everyday choices of nutrition, movement, sleep, stress management, substances and even connection with others.
Health Aims
-
Feel more vibrant, find more mental focus, increase self-care and accountability
-
Reignite your autonomy and power to choose wisely for longevity and health
-
Learn how to make smart choices that fit your unique lifestyle
-
Investigate and design systems in your daily life that will keep you successful
-
Create and be part of a supportive community with like-minded members
-
Guided discussions with a Board Certified Health Coach
Who is this Program for?
Adults (18+ years) who are "glucose curious" and want to learn how your body works and optimize its functions! You can join even if you've been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes or prediabetes, are not on insulin and are not at risk for hypoglycemia, want to track your glucose, and need help making lifestyle changes.
New programs will be posted here. Upcoming programs will either be virtual, in-person, or a mix of both in person and virtual.
In-person sessions will be held in Boulder County, CO.
Virtual events will be open to all on Zoom, and will be live, in real time (MST). Recordings of the sessions may be available upon request once registered.
Informational Videos
These informative videos with renowned health experts in the field of medicine and health and wellness will open your eyes to the importance of blood glucose balance and the use of continuous glucose monitors to improve your health.
The Program
Six sessions, 90 minutes each, 9 hours total, in-person/virtual (depending on the session you sign up for). Each session will include a 30-minute check-in where we share our wins and our challenges. Then 30-minutes where we'll dive into the topic-of-the-week. We'll finish off the class with 30 minutes for Q&A in preparation for the upcoming session. Weekly informational handouts will be included. A private Group Chat will allow members to ask questions, motivate one another and create connection in between sessions.
WEEK 1
INTRODUCTION
Member introductions & creating a supportive group experience. Apply the Stelo CGM, download and navigate the app on a smartphone.
WEEK 4
RESTORATIVE SLEEP
Bedtime routines & optimizing your sleep opportunity and overall sleep quality.
WEEK 2
NUTRITION
Quantity, Quality, Diversity, and Timing of food. Fat/Fiber/Protein. Tune into hunger/mindful eating. Food experiments for blood glucose balance.
WEEK 5
STRESS & SUBSTANCES
What is cortisol? Mindful breathing, centering activities. How alcohol and caffeine affect blood glucose levels.
WEEK 3
PHYSICAL ACTIVITY
Choosing the type, timing, frequency, and intensity of movement that most benefits you, that you really enjoy and fits your lifestyle.
WEEK 6
SOCIAL CONNECTION
Maintaining a supportive community. Wrap-up and takeaways. A quick dive into individual health coaching.
Program Cost: $250
Sensor Cost: approx. $95 for 2 sensors
- Six 90-minute sessions, 9 hours total.
- Two Dexcom Stelo biosensors will be available either through Helios Integrated Medicine in Boulder, or directly through Amazon.
Each sensor lasts upwards of 15 days.*
- Maximum of 8 participants in each session.
This Group Program might be FSA/HSA reimbursable w/ a Physician’s Letter of Medical Necessity. The CGM may also be reimbursable through FSA/HSA. Check with your insurance company.
Individual 1:1 health coaching sessions are not included
in this package but are available for an additional cost.
Please ask Rachel for more information.
*From the Dexcom Stelo website: A study was conducted to assess the sensor life where 77.9% of sensors lasted the full 15 days. In other words, when using the product per the package labeling, approximately 20% of sensors may not last for the full 15 days, 10% of these sensors may last less than 12 days.
Dexcom Stelo
We will be using the Dexcom Stelo, a simple biosensor for monitoring glucose levels in real time, 24/7. Helios' Medical Assistant will safely apply the CGM, and we’ll pair the sensor with an easy-to-use app on your smartphone. (Make sure you have a compatible device.) I’ll teach you what the data results mean, and you will discover how your body reacts to the everyday choices you make. Food decisions will be the biggest influence, but sleep, stress and physical activity will impact the data, too. Through thought-provoking discussions and education, you will use your own inner guidance to make the healthy choices that are most beneficial for you.
A Waiting List will be available soon....
New programs will be posted here. Upcoming programs will either be virtual, in-person, or a mix of both in person and virtual.
In-person sessions will be held in Boulder County, CO.
Virtual events will be open to all on Zoom, and will be live, in real time (MST). Recordings of the sessions may be available upon request once registered.
Your Health Coach
Rachel Cruz is a National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach and Certified Functional Nutrition Counselor. You will learn why your blood glucose levels are important, how it’s tied to insulin levels, and how keeping blood glucose levels balanced throughout the day helps to maintain health and protect against chronic diseases like Type 2 Diabetes, high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease, neurodegenerative disease, and more.
Health Coaching is a guided process where you learn about healthy options, create your own experiments to see what works, and choose how to make changes that are sustainable and just right for you.