
What is Signos?
Signos is an all-in-one health tool that provides members with access to its app and a continuous glucose monitor (CGM). The CGM sends your glucose data via bluetooth to the Signos app, where you can see a continuous graph of your glucose, log what you eat and drink, track your weight, and get access to expert-created activities that teach you how little micro changes each day can have you living—and loving—a glucose-stable lifestyle. Sync Apple Health or Google Health Connect to Signos, or connect your smart watch and/or smart scale for easier tracking of your health metrics.
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How does Signos work?
Your individual glucose response combined with the meals and workouts you log provide the real-time data for Signos to recommend the foods that help keep your glucose stable. When you eat or drink something that spikes your glucose, Signos's AI can recommend exercise and effort level based on your workout logs so you can bring your glucose back down more quickly. When your glucose levels remain mostly stable, in time, you’ll reap the benefits of more energy, improved mental clarity, better metabolic health, less risk of chronic diseases, and healthy weight management.
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Do continuous glucose monitors (CGM) help with weight loss?
Yes, continuous glucose monitoring can help with weight loss when used to inform positive, long-lasting behavior changes. One study published in Clinical Diabetes found that 87% of CGM users modified their food choices based on the glucose data collected from the CGM. What’s more, 47% of CGM users said they were more likely to go for a walk or complete physical activity if they saw a rise in their blood sugar. Overall, 90% of participants felt that CGM use contributed to a healthier lifestyle.
One study of 1,002 people found that glucose spikes and dips can relate to eating again sooner—and eating more calories at that meal and throughout the rest of the day.
CGMs provide continuous glucose data so users can react accordingly and so they can be proactive about choices based on their current glucose level.
Your glucose levels can be used as a tool for something called “appetite training,” or recognizing hunger signals. If your glucose is high—how high depends on the individual—this might be a cue that you have extra energy to burn. Maybe you still have energy from your most recent meal or long-term fat stores, and you could delay eating a snack or meal.
Many people get hungry for reasons other than the need for energy—for example, social cues or boredom. But if you’re tracking your glucose via a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) and using the Signos app, you can check your glucose before you plan to eat to see if your glucose level is high.
If your glucose is high (learn what “high” means and see normal glucose ranges for non-diabetics), you may have extra energy to burn so going for a brisk walk or doing 10 minutes of push-ups or kettlebell swings could be an ideal way to lower your blood sugar and possibly decrease appetite. Self-monitoring of glucose (via continuous glucose monitor or standard fingerstick glucose meters) can be an effective tool for weight and fat loss, particularly when paired with expert guidance that helps you understand which behaviors help you stabilize your glucose.
For the latest information regarding the science behind glucose, insulin, fat storage and weight loss, read The Scientific Evidence for Using CGMs for Weight Loss.
Can I use Signos to manage my diabetes?
Signos is not intended to prevent, mitigate, treat, or cure diabetes. We do, however, offer a separate program that pairs CGM technology and the Signos app to assist people living with type 2 diabetes in weight control and living well with diabetes. The difference between these two programs are so minor, you'd likely not even notice. Tracking glucose and recognizing trends over time can help people make data-driven choices that support healthier living and can lead to sustainable lifestyle changes.
Learn more about Signos's program for type 2 diabetes.
Should I be concerned about any potential allergens?
Kits include adhesive patches that are typically applied on top of the sensor to keep it in place. Patches are latex-free and made of a medical grade, hypoallergenic, acrylicsure polymer. In the rare case (<1%) you are allergic to the sensor adhesive, you can apply the patch first and then the sensor on top of it. Some members with sensitive skin have seen success when applying Flonase to the application area before placing the CGM sensor.
Does the Signos membership include access to prescription medication?
At this time, Signos does not offer any prescription medications or medical supplements.
Can I pay for Signos using funds from my Health Savings Account or Flexible Spending Account (HSA/FSA)?
This depends on your provider. Different providers have different coverage, so we encourage you to check with your HSA/FSA provider first to determine if you can use your funds for the CGM and Signos program. If they accept CGMs in your plan, you can utilize the prescription details found in your shipment to submit to your provider for proof of purchase.
Signos is not responsible for reimbursement in any capacity. Cancellation policies and terms and conditions outlined here still apply, even in the instance that your provider does not approve coverage or reimbursement for this program.
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