Diabetes technology

Effects of continuous glucose monitoring on dietary behavior and physical activity: A systematic review and meta-analysis

Diabetes Res Clin PractPublished Systematic review and meta-analysis

Authors' conclusion

These findings suggest that CGM may facilitate healthier dietary behaviors through real-time, individualized feedback, though its effects on physical activity are limited.

Study context

Population
Adults with T1D or T2D, overweight, or obesity; six databases searched up to May 3, 2025
Participants
1,488 adults21 trials
Comparison
Continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) vs control
Outcome
Dietary behaviors and physical activity

Pooled result

As reported in the abstract

  • Significantly lower proportion of energy intake from carbohydrates with CGM vs control
  • No significant differences in total energy intake or proportions of energy from fat or protein
  • No significant improvements in sedentary time or time in light or moderate physical activity with CGM

Further pooled results

Pre-post analyses within CGM groups

Significant reductions in total energy intake and changes in macronutrient composition

Original publication

Effects of continuous glucose monitoring on dietary behavior and physical activity: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Diabetes Res Clin Pract. Published 25 September 2025. doi:10.1016/j.diabres.2025.112907

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