Last updated: June 7, 2026 Human Growth Hormone (hGH, Somatropin) is a 191-amino acid polypeptide synthesized by the anterior pituitary. Under 2026 medical and regulatory standards, exogenous hGH is an intensely controlled substance. While strictly indicated for verified Adult Growth Hormone Deficiency (AGHD) and severe cachexia, its off-label use for…
Nutrition
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The Ideal Protein Alternatives (IPA) Diet: A Guide for Post-Bariatric – Nashua Nutrition
For individuals who have recently undergone bariatric surgery, adapting to post-surgical life is crucial for achieving long-term benefits. While the surgery can lead to significant weight loss and better health, patients must adopt strict lifestyle and diet changes post-surgery. Navigating the challenges of new eating habits and lifestyle adjustments can…
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Do You Need a Glucose Monitor If You Don’t Have Diabetes?
The Hype, The Science, and What Healthy People Should Know About CGMs. Why CGMs Took Off in the “Wellness” World Continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) have exploded in popularity thanks to influencers, wellness startups, and biohacking apps. CGMs for non-diabetics are often marketed as the next-gen Fitbit for your metabolism—claiming to…
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Rapamycin (Sirolimus) Clinical Evidence Guide: 2026 Medical Standards
Last updated: June 7, 2026 Rapamycin (Sirolimus) is a macrolide compound originally discovered on Easter Island. Under 2026 medical standards, it is the most robust, pharmacologically validated geroprotector (anti-aging drug) in clinical existence. By acting as a direct inhibitor of the mTOR pathway, it forces the cellular machinery to shift…
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Your first week on GLP-1: what to expect, how to eat, and how to stay steady – Nashua Nutrition
Last updated: December 2025 If you’ve just started a GLP-1 medication like Ozempic®, Wegovy®, Mounjaro®, or Zepbound®, you might be wondering what you should eat to feel your best. In this guide, we break down exactly what your body needs, what to avoid, and how to make smart food choices…
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The Real Food Show Review
Can RFK Jr.’s new cooking show make Americans healthier? This post isn’t about my political affiliation or my feelings towards RFK Jr. (I’m a Canadian, living in Canada). It’s about what I observed in the first two episodes of the Real Food Show, available now on YouTube. Let’s put politics…
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Metformin Clinical Evidence Guide: 2026 Medical Standards
Last updated: June 7, 2026 Metformin is an orally administered biguanide derivative. Historically the frontline pharmacological defense against Type 2 Diabetes, 2026 medical standards have largely replaced it with multi-receptor agonists for severe metabolic syndrome. However, Metformin remains a highly debated longevity agent, operating as a profound mitochondrial stressor, AMPK…
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What to Eat During Weeks 2–4 on GLP-1: Simple Protein-First Plan – Nashua Nutrition
Last updated: January 2026 Short answer: During weeks 2–4 on a GLP-1 journey, many people do best with a steady protein-first rhythm, gentle fiber, and hydration between meals. Appetite often feels more predictable than week one, which makes it easier to repeat simple meals that support energy and comfort without…
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A Dietitian’s Evidence-Based Review of Intuitive Eating
Eating intuitively. We’re born doing it, but somewhere along the line, we get distracted by external cues and rules and diets that tell us what, when, and how to eat. If you’ve ever watched a baby eat, you’ve seen that they choose what they want, in the quantity that feels…
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Ibutamoren (MK-677) Clinical Evidence Guide: 2026 Medical Standards
Last updated: June 7, 2026 Ibutamoren (MK-677) is an orally active, non-peptide agonist of the ghrelin receptor and a growth hormone secretagogue. Under 2026 clinical standards, it is deployed strictly for severe muscle wasting (cachexia) and the restoration of slow-wave sleep. Due to its prolonged half-life and ghrelin-mimicking nature, its…