What do the colored nutrient badges (P, C, F, BU, kcal) mean?

Unitrition uses a clinical color-coding system for instant nutrient recognition: Indigo represents Protein (P) for muscle synthesis, Amber indicates Carbohydrates (C) for direct glycemic response, Yellow represents Fats (F) for lipid balance and satiety, Emerald Green highlights Bread Units (BU / ХЕ) as the clinical safety metric for insulin dosing, and Gray denotes Total Energy (kcal).

How are Bread Units (BU / ХЕ) calculated and which regional standard should I select?

Bread Units are calculated using the clinical formula: (Total Carbohydrates - Dietary Fiber) / Standard Grams. In Spain and the UK, the 10g standard is clinical convention (Raciones); in Central/Eastern Europe, the 12g Bread Unit (BU / ХЕ) is standard; and in the US, ADA guidelines use 15g exchanges. You can toggle between standards anytime in the top toolbar.

How does the simulated 120-minute CGM glucose curve work?

Our mathematical pharmacokinetic model simulates postprandial interstitial glucose based on Net Carbs, fiber density, and gastric-delaying fats and proteins. High-fiber, balanced meals produce stable, flattened curves, whereas refined carbohydrates cause sharp glycemic spikes requiring rapid bolus alignment.

What are Fat-Protein Units (FPU) and when is a dual-wave bolus recommended?

Proteins and fats convert into glucose gradually over 3 to 5 hours via gluconeogenesis. For high-fat or high-protein meals (FPU > 1.0), insulin pump protocols recommend splitting insulin: an immediate bolus for carbohydrates and an extended square/dual-wave bolus to cover late-onset glycemic rises.

How does the NOVA 1–4 scanner evaluate ultra-processed foods and additives?

Unitrition evaluates all foods against the international NOVA classification: NOVA 1 (unprocessed whole foods), NOVA 2 (culinary ingredients), NOVA 3 (processed foods), and NOVA 4 (industrial ultra-processed formulations). The system highlights synthetic emulsifiers, artificial sweeteners, and preservatives flagged by WHO and EFSA.

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Design System & Clinical Biomarkers

Unitrition Metabolic Navigation System

Clinical color-coding engineered for instantaneous nutrient identification, glycemic stability, and safe insulin bolusing.

Indigo (P)

Protein & Anabolism

Essential amino acid building blocks for muscle maintenance and satiety. Promotes glucagon secretion without rapid glycemic spikes.

Amber (C)

Carbohydrates & Glycemic Kinetics

Immediate cellular energy source. Shows Net Carbs (Total Carbs minus Fiber) responsible for acute postprandial glucose excursions.

Yellow (F)

Lipid Profile & Satiety

Essential fatty acids and hormone precursors. Delays gastric emptying, flattening glycemic peak curves and providing sustained energy.

Emerald (BU / ХЕ)

Bread Units & Bolus Safety

Clinically standardized carbohydrate exchange units (10g, 12g, or 15g) for precise rapid-acting insulin compensation and diabetic safety.

FAQ

Evidence-Based FAQ & Clinical Guide

Clinical insights on meal plate construction, Bread Unit standards, CGM glucose dynamics, and food processing safety.