Nutritionist says this Christmas gift gadget 'takes the guesswork out' of diets

Tracking health is easier than ever with smartwatches and other wearable tech, but many focus on exercise rather than the full health picture. This is where Lingo by Abbott comes in, which is a smart, wearable device, designed to help people understand how their body responds to food, exercise and stress.

The product is perfect for anyone looking to start the New Year with better health habits, and it provides personalised insights that take the guesswork out of wellness. Priced at £59, Lingo is available without a prescription from Lingo, Amazon and Boots, making it a thoughtful and tech-savvy addition to Christmas gift guides.

The wearbale device combines a continous glucose sensor with a coaching app, giving real-time feedback on glucose levels straight from a small biosensor worn on the back of the arm. By seeing how their body reacts, users can make small adjustments to manage energy, hunger, weight and even improve sleep - helping to turn insights into lasting healthy habits.

The information from the monitor is streamed to the Lingo app, which gives insights that can help users manage energy levels, understand true hunger versus cravings and adopt 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 says this empowers people to see the immediate effect of their choices, encouraging sustainable changes without the guesswork. According to Lingo's research, three in four users find glucose tracking effective in helping them achieve health goals, while studies show steady glucose levels can positively impact sleep and energy.

Abbott's recent Glucose Gap Report highlights that one in three Brits live with prediabetes and two in three with excess weight, while nine in 10 set health goals at the start of the year.

Lingo says it helps bridge the gap between perception and reality, giving users data driven insight into their own bodies. What's more, the device is simple to use and non-invasive, designed for everyday life.

Once applied, it works quietly in the background, sending continuous glucose data to the app. There's no need for frequent manual checks, and users can review patterns, track progress and adapt habits at their own pace.

For alternatives, there is the Freestyle Libre 2 Sensor from Pharmacy Online, priced at £44.99, that offers glucose monitoring for up to 14 days. It updates the reading every minute and stores up to eight hours of glucose readings in 15 minute intervals.

The sinocare Blood Glucose Meter for £19.99 on Amazon is another option. It comes with a sinocare blood glucose monitor safe-accu2 and strips, lancing devices, a painfree lancing pen and case.

Lingo has been rated highly on Trustpilot, as one person said: "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 person said: "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 person said: "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." Some others left some feedback, with one saying: "Still has room for improvement."

Another said: "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."

Lingo is available without a prescription from Lingo, Amazon and Boots.

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