Skip to main content

Common patterns, and what they suggest

Your glucose graph is a real-time reflection of how your body responds to food, stress, sleep, and movement. Recognizing patterns can help you make smarter, more personalized choices.

S
Written by Srdjan
Updated over a month ago

Here are some of the most common patterns and what they might mean

Stable Glucose (Flat or Gently Wavy Line)

  • Indicates good metabolic balance and steady energy.

  • Common after meals rich in protein, fiber, and healthy fats.

  • Suggests your body is managing glucose efficiently.

Mild Spikes After Meals

  • Normal and expected, especially after eating carbs.

  • Returning to baseline within 2–3 hours shows healthy glucose regulation.

  • Can help you identify which foods work best for your metabolism.

Sharp Spikes and Crashes

  • Large, rapid increases followed by steep drops may cause fatigue or cravings.

  • Often triggered by high-sugar or highly processed meals.

  • Suggests your body is struggling to maintain stable energy — adjusting meal composition or timing can help.

Elevated Morning Glucose

  • Caused by natural hormonal changes that prepare your body to wake up.

  • Common and not necessarily a concern.

Exercise-Related Rises

  • Short-term spikes during high-intensity workouts are normal. Your body releases glucose for quick energy.

  • Over time, regular exercise actually improves insulin sensitivity and glucose control.

💡 Tip:
Use these insights as learning opportunities - not scores. Everyone’s glucose response is unique. Nico helps you interpret these patterns and connect them with habits, so you can focus on progress, not perfection.

Did this answer your question?