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Metabolic Health

Explore our latest articles on metabolic health to feed the curious you.

Metabolic Health 3 min read

Caffeine and blood glucose – can a coffee blunt a sugar spike?

How does caffeine affect blood sugar? Learn how coffee impacts insulin sensitivity, post-meal glucose, and long-term diabetes risk, backed by …

Jun 20, 2025
Metabolic Health 4 min read

IIFYM explained: How it works and what to eat

Discover how the IIFYM diet works, its benefits and drawbacks, and whether tracking macros can help you reach your weight and health goals.

Jun 20, 2025
Metabolic Health 2 min read

Beware naked carbs: Control glucose by pairing carbs

Eating carbs alone spikes blood sugar fast, then crashes it. Learn how pairing carbs with protein, fat or fibre slows absorption and steadies your …

Jun 20, 2025
Metabolic Health 4 min read

How the vagus nerve can boost blood sugar control

Discover how the vagus nerve influences glucose control, insulin sensitivity, and inflammation — plus actionable ways to support it for better …

Jun 16, 2025
Metabolic Health 2 min read

Chow mein and health: A glucose heavy hitter

See why classic chow mein spikes glucose with refined noodles, oil and sugary sauces, and how lean protein and vegetables can make it a healthier …

Jun 16, 2025
Metabolic Health 2 min read

The falafel wrap trap: High glycemic impact revealed in our data

Ultrahuman CGM data reveals falafel wraps may cause unstable blood sugar spikes in most people. Here's how to eat them smarter

Jun 13, 2025
Metabolic Health 4 min read

The link between glucose variability and oxidative stress explained

Glucose swings can drive oxidative stress and inflammation. Learn why glucose variability matters and how to reduce it with simple daily habits

Jun 13, 2025
Metabolic Health 5 min read

Biphasic glucose curve: Multiple spikes after eating explained

If you see multiple spikes in your CGM data after eating – it could be biphasic curves. We explain what that means and what you need to know

Jun 13, 2025
Metabolic Health 2 min read

Patanjali amla juice and glucose: The evidence behind the claims

Explore what real-world CGM data from the Ultrahuman Food Impact Database reveals about how Patanjali amla juice affects your blood glucose levels.

Jun 12, 2025