GlucoBeats - Track and Manage Blood Sugar Readings

GlucoBeats is a mobile application designed to help individuals track and manage their blood sugar readings.

GlucoBeats FAQ

What is a blood glucose test?

It also covers normal blood glucose levels, as well as the risks associated with high or low blood sugar. Generally, glucose is released after the carbs in the food you eat is digested and processed by the stomach. Your intestines then absorb glucose and release it through the bloodstream to your cells.

How does a blood sugar test work?

This test occurs in a laboratory. People can measure their blood sugar levels with either a blood sugar meter or a continuous glucose monitor. A continuous glucose monitor uses a sensor to measure blood sugar levels. A doctor inserts the sensor under the skin, usually in the abdomen or arm.

How does a glucose monitor work?

A glucose monitor can help a person measure blood glucose levels. Blood sugar levels change throughout the day. Typically, blood sugar levels are at their lowest first thing in the morning or after a period of fasting. Blood sugar levels increase during and after meals, as the body digests food.

Where does blood glucose come from?

Blood glucose, or blood sugar, is the main sugar found in your blood. It is your body's primary source of energy. It comes from the food you eat. Your body breaks down most of that food into glucose and releases it into your bloodstream. When your blood glucose goes up, it signals your pancreas to release insulin.

What is diabetes mellitus?

Diabetes mellitus (just called diabetes from now on) occurs when the level of sugar (glucose) in the blood is higher than normal. There are two main types of diabetes - type 1 diabetes and type 2 diabetes.

What are blood sugar levels?

Your blood sugar levels, also known as blood glucose levels, are a measurement that show how much glucose you have in your blood. Glucose is a sugar that you get from food and drink.

How does Flash glucose monitoring work?

Instead it uses a sensor you wear on your skin and you an do the test without pricking your finger. The main brand is called the FreeStyle Libre. But flash glucose monitoring doesn’t measure the sugar in your blood.