The impact of glucose monitoring devices on relationships with food and eating behaviour for people with type 2 diabetes mellitus: A review of the literature

IF 4.4 Q1 ENDOCRINOLOGY & METABOLISM

Diabetes & Metabolic Syndrome-Clinical Research & Reviews Pub Date : 2026-02-01 Epub Date: 2026-02-13 DOI:10.1016/j.dsx.2026.103376

S. Mackie , T. Wallace , J. Heath

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Abstract

Background

There is limited understanding of the impact of glucose monitoring technologies on relationships with food and eating behaviours for those with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM).

Aims

With previous reviews focused on T2DM treatment burden and self-management, this review aims to enhance understanding of the impact of flash or continuous glucose monitoring (FGM/CGM) on users’ eating behaviours and relationships with food as this can inform important recommendations for CGM use amongst those with T2DM.

Method

A systematic search was conducted across four databases: Scopus, Medline, CINAHL and PubMed, from October-November 2024, following PRISMA guidelines. Studies were quality appraised and qualitative data was synthesized using thematic synthesis.

Findings

Thirteen studies met inclusion criteria and their findings were included in the synthesis. The review revealed that F/CGM enhanced participants’ nutritional awareness, supported personalised dietary experimentation, and fostered intentional eating behaviours. However, data overload and emotional burden were also reported, with some users experiencing restrictive or distressing impacts on their relationship with food. These insights inform practical recommendations for CGM implementation with those with T2DM.

Conclusion

Further research should aim to identify factors that contribute to successful adaptation to CGM and explore the long-term effects of CGM use on food relationships.

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血糖监测设备对2型糖尿病患者与食物和饮食行为关系的影响：文献综述

背景：对于2型糖尿病（T2DM）患者的血糖监测技术与食物和饮食行为之间的关系的影响了解有限。目的：由于以往的综述侧重于T2DM治疗负担和自我管理，本综述旨在加强对快速或连续血糖监测（FGM/CGM）对使用者饮食行为和与食物关系的影响的理解，因为这可以为T2DM患者使用CGM提供重要建议。方法：根据PRISMA指南，对Scopus、Medline、CINAHL和PubMed四个数据库进行系统检索，检索时间为2024年10 - 11月。对研究进行了质量评价，并利用专题综合对定性数据进行了综合。结果：13项研究符合纳入标准，他们的研究结果被纳入综合。综述显示，F/CGM增强了参与者的营养意识，支持个性化饮食实验，并培养了有意识的饮食行为。然而，数据过载和情绪负担也被报道，一些用户在与食物的关系上受到限制或痛苦的影响。这些见解为T2DM患者实施CGM提供了实用建议。结论：进一步的研究应旨在确定成功适应CGM的因素，并探索CGM使用对食物关系的长期影响。

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Diabetes & Metabolic Syndrome-Clinical Research & Reviews ENDOCRINOLOGY & METABOLISM-

CiteScore

22.90

自引率

2.00%

发文量

248

审稿时长

51 days

期刊介绍： Diabetes and Metabolic Syndrome: Clinical Research and Reviews is the official journal of DiabetesIndia. It aims to provide a global platform for healthcare professionals, diabetes educators, and other stakeholders to submit their research on diabetes care. Types of Publications: Diabetes and Metabolic Syndrome: Clinical Research and Reviews publishes peer-reviewed original articles, reviews, short communications, case reports, letters to the Editor, and expert comments. Reviews and mini-reviews are particularly welcomed for areas within endocrinology undergoing rapid changes.