Nutrition
Explore our latest articles on nutrition to feed the curious you.
What is invert sugar and its effect on blood sugar explained
If you've spotted "invert sugar" on an ingredient label and wondered if it's worse than regular sugar, Ultrahuman Medical Director Mukul Mittal …
Oct 21, 2026
Protein deficiency: 8 signs your body needs more protein
Discover eight common signs your body needs more protein, from constant cravings to fatigue, and learn how much protein you really need each day.
Oct 08, 2026
Maltitol explained: Does the sugar-free sweetener spike glucose?
Does maltitol raise blood sugar or cause stomach upset? We break down its real effects, why its laxative reputation is overblown
Sep 08, 2026
Does Coke Zero raise blood sugar? Not in the way you might think
Coke Zero is sugar-free and calorie-free and Ultrahuman data shows it doesn't usually produce a glucose spike. But caffeine can cause fluctuations in …
Sep 08, 2026
Is Horlicks healthy? Blood sugar impact and nutritional value explained
Ultrahuman CGM data shows 69% of users had an unstable glucose response to Horlicks. Here's what a bedtime mug is really doing to your blood sugar.
Sep 07, 2026
Is Your Excessive Hunger Polyphagia? When It Signals Insulin Resistance
Still hungry after a full meal, day after day? We break down polyphagia — when excessive hunger signals insulin resistance or diabetes, and when to …
Jun 08, 2026
What Is Erythritol? Calories, Glucose Effect, and Safety
What is erythritol — and is it safe? Dr. Mukul Mittal walks you through the glucose effect, calories, side effects, and what the research shows.
Jun 05, 2026
Do NAD+ Supplements Actually Work? NMN vs NR vs Niagen Compared
Dr. Mukul Mittal walks you through whether NAD+ supplements actually work and what the trials show on different types of NAD+ supplements
Jun 03, 2026
Are Nightshade Vegetables Inflammatory? Evidence and Glucose Data
Are nightshade vegetables inflammatory? See what the evidence shows and what Ultrahuman's CGM data reveals about tomato, eggplant, and potato spikes.
Jun 03, 2026