What is Abbott’s New Lingo CGM?

What You Should Know:

Abbott, a global healthcare company, has introduced Lingo, a continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) system now available in the U.S. without a prescription. Designed for individuals aiming to enhance their overall health and wellness, Lingo is suitable for those with or without diabetes. (link)

A Powerful Tool for Health Management

Lingo combines a biosensor worn on the arm with a mobile app to deliver real-time glucose data and personalized insights. This allows users to track glucose levels and understand their relationship with food, exercise, and lifestyle factors, empowering them to make informed decisions to boost their metabolic health.

Key Benefits of Lingo

• Improved Glucose Control: Helps manage glucose levels, reducing chronic health risks.
• Weight Management: Informs dietary choices for better weight control.
• Better Sleep: Supports a low-glycemic diet for improved sleep quality.
• Enhanced Mood: Stabilizes glucose levels to positively affect mood and reduce depression symptoms.

How Lingo Works

The Lingo system includes a biosensor worn on the arm for up to 14 days, continuously measuring glucose levels and sending data to the Lingo app. The app offers a personalized view of glucose data, including:

• Glucose graph: Visual representation of glucose levels over time.
• Lingo Count: Metric summarizing glucose variability.
• Food and Activity Logging: Tools for tracking meals and exercise.
• Personalized Insights: Recommendations based on individual glucose patterns.
• Lingo Challenges: Interactive features to promote healthy habits.

Lingo Options

Lingo is available in three options:

• Learn: Two-week option for understanding glucose patterns.
• Build: Four-week option for developing healthier habits.
• Transform: 12-week option for long-term glucose management.

Lingo provides a convenient and affordable way for individuals to enhance their health and well-being. By offering insights into glucose levels and personalized guidance, Lingo empowers users to make informed decisions and take control of their health.

“There is a great deal of interest in tracking biomarkers that provide insights into one’s health and wellness that were previously undetectable using the trackers available to consumers,” said Olivier Ropars, divisional vice president of Abbott’s Lingo business. “Glucose is a powerful signal of your body’s unique response to food and lifestyle. Abbott’s Lingo tracks your glucose 24/7, translating the data into insights and bridging the gap between traditional healthcare and preventative measures. Lingo empowers individuals to build new healthy habits and take control of their health and wellness.”