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Keeping track of one's health is now a breeze with smartwatches and other wearable tech, but many focus on exercise rather than the full health picture. This is where Lingo by Abbott steps in - a smart, wearable device designed to help individuals understand how their body reacts to food, exercise, and stress. The product is ideal for anyone looking to kick off the New Year with improved health habits, providing personalised insights that remove the guesswork from wellness. Retailing at £59, Lingo can be purchased without a prescription from Lingo, Amazon, and Boots, making it a thoughtful and tech-savvy addition to Christmas gift guides. This wearable device merges a continuous glucose sensor with a coaching app, delivering real-time feedback on glucose levels directly from a small biosensor worn on the back of the arm. By observing how their body responds, users can make minor adjustments to manage energy, hunger, weight, and even enhance sleep - aiding in transforming insights into lasting healthy habits. The data from the monitor is streamed to the Lingo app , which provides insights that can assist users in managing energy levels, distinguishing true hunger from cravings, and adopting habits that support weight management. The app also offers coaching and personalised tips, helping users make informed decisions about food, exercise, and stress management. The brand claims this enables individuals to see the immediate impact of their decisions, promoting sustainable changes without any guesswork. Lingo's research suggests that three out of four users find glucose tracking effective in achieving health objectives, while studies indicate that stable glucose levels can have a positive effect on sleep and energy, reports the Express . Abbott's recent Glucose Gap Report reveals that one in three Brits live with prediabetes and two in three are overweight, while nine out of 10 set health goals at the start of the year. Lingo asserts it aids in bridging the gap between perception and reality, providing users with data-driven insight into their own bodies. Moreover, the device is easy to use and non-invasive, designed for everyday life. Once applied, it operates quietly in the background, transmitting continuous glucose data to the app. There's no need for regular manual checks, and users can review patterns, track progress and adjust habits at their own pace. For alternatives, for those who are only interested in tracking their fitness and not their overall health, Amazon currently has the Google Fitbit Inspire 3 discounted to £62.99. This tracks your heart rate, stress levels and also creates a sleep profile. The sinocare Blood Glucose Meter for £16.99 on Amazon is another option. It includes a sinocare blood glucose monitor safe-accu2 and strips, lancing devices, a pain-free lancing pen and case. Lingo has received positive feedback on Trustpilot, with one user commenting: "This Lingo was the best ever, it never stopped working, unless you go to far away from your phone then you loose connection. It worked all the time, absolutely brilliant. It showed me that I can only eat very little sugar in a day, which is something I didn't realise. Fabulous, worked a treat, highly recommended, thank you. Would 100% get again if I need." Another user remarked: "The application of their biosensor is easy enough if you follow instructions. I was shocked to learn how various foods impact my blood sugar levels. The biosensor definitely helps me make better choices about my nutrition." A third reviewer commented: "I have just finished using the Lingo device a week ago. It really exceeded my expectations. I am 63 and pre-diabetic. I learnt a huge amount." However, some customers offered constructive criticism, with one noting: "Still has room for improvement." Another added: "Overall this is a good product for someone who would need to watch glucose levels, not sure what - if any - benefit I got from it to be honest, it was interesting to see how food's effects your levels real time. The application was painless and hassle free." The Lingo device can be purchased without a prescription from Lingo, Amazon and Boots.
