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The Metabolic Reset

Reset your metabolic rhythm

A 90 day protocol designed to support steadier energy, better appetite control and long term metabolic health without turning your life into a full time project.

Built around food timing, targeted fibre, yerba maté, post meal movement, strength training and simple habits you can actually repeat.

19+years coaching people towards better health
MScMolecular Medicine and BSc Human Bioscience
PhDresearching longevity and biological ageing
The real problem

You are not broken. Your system is overloaded.

Most people are not struggling because they are lazy. They are struggling because modern eating patterns keep the body constantly fed, under moved and metabolically confused.

Modern routines are working against you.

Breakfast. Snack. Coffee. Lunch. Snack. Dinner. Something sweet. Repeat. Over time, that pattern can make appetite, glucose control and energy feel harder to manage.

Energy dips

You wake tired, crash after meals or feel like coffee barely touches the sides.

Cravings

Sugar, bread, pasta and snacks feel harder to resist than they should.

Always hungry

You eat, but not long after you are already looking for something else.

Stubborn waistline

You cut calories or exercise, but the midsection refuses to shift properly.

Brain fog

Your thinking feels slower, focus feels harder and your mood feels less stable.

No clear plan

You have tried diets, fasting or calorie counting, but nothing feels sustainable.

How it works

Three levers. One simple system.

The protocol stacks a few repeatable behaviours that support the same goal from different angles.

1

Fewer glucose spikes

Targeted fibre before meals, vegetables first and carbohydrates last help slow the speed at which glucose reaches the bloodstream.

2

Less constant feeding

A structured eating window reduces grazing and gives your body more time away from food. That is where the reset begins.

3

Better glucose disposal

Post meal walking and strength training help move glucose into working muscle, where it can be stored and used.

Start the reset

Do not wait until your habits get harder to fix.

The protocol is simple by design. Morning anchor, pre meal anchor, post meal movement and strength training. That is the structure. The win comes from repeating it.

Expert ledCreated by Zib Atkins.
Evidence informedBuilt around real physiology.
90 day structureClear routine, no guesswork.
No hypeNo miracle claims.
Start the Metabolic Reset Educational protocol. Not medical advice.
The tools

Supplements do not replace the protocol. They make it easier.

Unimate and Balance sit inside the routine. The lifestyle structure does the heavy lifting.

Unimate and Balance sit inside the routine. The commercial angle is clear, but the lifestyle structure does the heavy lifting.

Your daily stack

Two simple anchors

UNI
MATÉ

Morning anchor

Used in the morning to support the fasting window, routine consistency and a clean start to the day.

BAL
ANCE

Pre meal anchor

A targeted fibre blend used before meals to support fullness and a steadier post meal response.

The daily protocol

Make this your boring, repeatable routine.

People do not need another complicated plan. The power is not in complexity. It is in a few clear actions repeated consistently.

Upon
waking

Morning movement

Take Unimate, drink water and go for a brisk 10 to 20 minute walk before the day takes over.

Daily

Eating window

Keep meals inside a structured window. Outside that window, stick to non caloric drinks.

Before
meals

Pre meal strategy

Take Balance 10 to 15 minutes before your main meals. Apple cider vinegar and Ceylon cinnamon are optional.

During
meals

Meal order

Eat fibre first, protein and fats second, then carbohydrates last. Simple, but powerful.

After
meals

Post meal walking

Walk for 10 minutes after meals. No gym kit. No drama. Just use the glucose while it is rising.

3 times
weekly

Strength training

Train full body at least three times per week. Muscle is one of your best tools for glucose disposal.

First
4 weeks

Nutrition reset

Reduce refined carbohydrates, prioritise protein, oily fish, eggs, meat, olive oil, berries, nuts and vegetables.

After
4 weeks

Reintroduce better carbs

Add carbohydrates back gradually, ideally around training and from less processed sources.

Save the routine

The cheat sheet should do the explaining.

A clear visual routine reduces friction. You know what to do in the morning, before meals, after meals and across the week.

Use this as your quick reference while the protocol becomes automatic.

Daily protocol cheat sheet for the Metabolic Reset
Fibre and plant compounds

The support layer that makes the reset work harder.

Fibre is not just about eating more roughage. The useful move is to combine different fibre types with herbs and spices that increase the plant compound density of your meals.

Why fibre matters for metabolic health

Some fibres slow digestion and reduce the speed at which glucose enters the bloodstream. Others are fermented by gut bacteria, helping produce short chain fatty acids such as butyrate. That combination can support post meal glucose control, satiety, gut barrier health, bowel regularity and healthier cholesterol balance.

Oats or barley Lentils, beans and chickpeas Cooked and cooled potatoes or rice Garlic, onions and leeks Berries and vegetables Chia and ground flaxseed Nuts and seeds Psyllium, where appropriate
1
Resistant starchFound in cooked and cooled potatoes, cooked and cooled rice, legumes, green bananas and oats. It resists digestion in the small intestine and is fermented in the colon.
2
Beta glucanFound in oats and barley. It forms a gel-like substance in the gut, helping slow glucose absorption and support fullness.
3
Inulin and FOSPrebiotic fibres found in garlic, onions, leeks, asparagus, chicory root and Jerusalem artichokes. Increase gradually to reduce bloating.
4
Psyllium huskA soluble, gel-forming fibre that may support fasting glucose, HbA1c, LDL cholesterol and bowel regularity.
5
Fibre diversityChia, flax, vegetables, berries, nuts, seeds and legumes all add different fibres and plant compounds.

Build fibre gradually over several weeks, drink enough water and rotate sources. Going from low fibre to high fibre overnight is a fast route to bloating, not better health.

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Daily food upgrades

Herbs and spices for metabolic health

You do not need all of these every day. A practical target is three to five different herbs and spices across your meals. This improves the plant compound density of the diet without adding sugar, calories or processed ingredients.

Herb / Spice Why it may help How to use it
Cinnamon iconCinnamon
One of the most studied spices for glucose control. Human trials and meta analyses suggest possible support for fasting glucose, HbA1c and lipid markers, especially in people with impaired glucose control. Add to oats, yoghurt, smoothies, coffee or protein shakes. Choose Ceylon cinnamon for regular use.
Ginger iconGinger
Contains gingerols and shogaols studied for glucose control, lipids, blood pressure and inflammation. Evidence is mixed, but it remains a useful culinary tool. Use fresh ginger in stir fries, soups, teas, smoothies and dressings.
Turmeric iconTurmeric
Contains curcumin, a heavily studied plant compound linked with insulin signalling, inflammation and metabolic markers. Add to eggs, curries, soups, rice dishes and warm drinks. Pair with black pepper and fat.
Fenugreek iconFenugreek
Rich in soluble fibre and bioactive compounds that may slow carbohydrate digestion and support glucose control. Add ground fenugreek to curries, soups, stews and spice blends.
Garlic iconGarlic
Contains sulphur compounds such as allicin and S allyl cysteine, studied for glucose and lipid metabolism. Use fresh garlic in cooked meals, dressings, roasted vegetables and marinades.
Black Cumin iconBlack Cumin
Also known as Nigella sativa. Contains thymoquinone, studied for glucose, lipids, inflammation and oxidative stress. Sprinkle seeds onto salads, eggs, roasted vegetables or savoury yoghurt bowls.
Saffron iconSaffron
Best known for mood and antioxidant research, with emerging evidence for glycaemic control. Add a small pinch to rice, soups, stews or warm drinks.
Cumin iconCumin
Contains antioxidant and anti inflammatory compounds. Evidence suggests possible support for glucose, triglycerides and waist circumference. Add to roasted vegetables, soups, chilli, curries, dressings and meat dishes.
Cardamom iconCardamom
Studied for glucose metabolism, lipids, inflammation and fatty liver markers, although evidence is still developing. Add to coffee, chai, porridge, smoothies, yoghurt or rice dishes.
Chilli iconChilli
Contains capsaicin, which activates TRPV1 receptors involved in energy metabolism, appetite, fat oxidation and inflammation. Add chilli flakes, fresh chilli or cayenne to savoury meals, sauces and marinades.
Coriander Seed iconCoriander Seed
Studied for glucose, lipids and oxidative stress. Human evidence is still smaller but promising. Use ground coriander in curries, soups, stews, roasted vegetables and dressings.
Sage iconSage
Early clinical evidence suggests possible support for glucose and lipid markers. Add to roasted vegetables, chicken, turkey, eggs, soups and bean dishes.
Rosemary iconRosemary
Contains rosmarinic acid, carnosic acid and other polyphenols with antioxidant and anti inflammatory properties. Add to roasted vegetables, lamb, chicken, soups, potatoes and olive oil marinades.
Black Pepper iconBlack Pepper
Contains piperine, best known for improving curcumin absorption from turmeric. Use freshly ground black pepper with savoury meals, especially when using turmeric.
Fennel iconFennel
Contains anethole and other plant compounds with antioxidant and metabolic effects. Human evidence is still limited. Use fennel seeds in teas, curries, roasted vegetables, fish dishes and digestion focused blends.
Evidence ranked guide

Top herbs and spices by strength of human evidence

This ranks the ingredients by the strength of human evidence for glucose control, insulin sensitivity, lipid metabolism and cardiometabolic markers. Culinary use is not the same as high dose supplementation.

Tier Herb / Spice Effective dose used in studies Primary mechanism
Strong
Cinnamon iconCinnamon
1 to 6 g per day Cinnamaldehyde and polyphenols may support insulin signalling, glucose uptake and post meal glucose control.
Strong
Fenugreek iconFenugreek
5 to 25 g per day seed powder, or standardised extract Galactomannan fibre slows carbohydrate absorption, while 4 hydroxyisoleucine may support insulin secretion.
Strong
Turmeric / Curcumin iconTurmeric / Curcumin
500 to 1,500 mg per day curcuminoids, or 1 to 3 g turmeric powder Curcumin may activate AMPK, support insulin sensitivity and reduce inflammatory signalling.
Strong
Garlic iconGarlic
600 to 1,200 mg per day garlic powder or aged garlic extract Organosulphur compounds may support glucose control, cholesterol metabolism and endothelial function.
Strong
Black Cumin / Nigella sativa iconBlack Cumin / Nigella sativa
1 to 3 g per day seed powder, or 500 mg oil twice daily Thymoquinone may reduce oxidative stress, support beta cell function and improve lipid metabolism.
Solid
Ginger iconGinger
1.2 to 3 g per day Gingerols and shogaols may slow carbohydrate digestion, support insulin signalling and reduce oxidative stress.
Solid
Saffron iconSaffron
30 to 100 mg per day standardised extract Crocin, crocetin and safranal may support antioxidant protection, GLUT4 activity and glycaemic control.
Solid
Cumin iconCumin
1 to 3 g per day powder, or standardised extract Cuminaldehyde and polyphenols may support insulin secretion, glucose handling and triglyceride metabolism.
Solid
Cardamom iconCardamom
3 g per day powder May support glucose metabolism, blood pressure and lipid markers through antioxidant and anti inflammatory effects.
Solid
Sage iconSage
500 to 1,500 mg per day powder or extract, or sage tea May support insulin sensitivity, glucose handling and cholesterol balance.
Solid
Chilli / Capsaicin iconChilli / Capsaicin
Around 2 to 6 mg per day capsaicinoids Capsaicin activates TRPV1 receptors, which may support thermogenesis, fat oxidation and lipid metabolism.
Promising
Sumac iconSumac
1.5 to 3 g per day powder, often 6 to 12 weeks Rich in gallic acid and tannins, which may support lipid metabolism, antioxidant status and inflammatory markers.
Promising
Coriander Seed iconCoriander Seed
1 g per day seed powder May support insulin secretion, lipid metabolism and oxidative stress balance.
Promising
Bay Leaf iconBay Leaf
1 to 3 g per day powder Polyphenols and eugenol may support insulin receptor signalling and glucose handling, but evidence is still thin.
Promising
Black Pepper / Piperine iconBlack Pepper / Piperine
5 to 20 mg per day piperine in studies, or culinary black pepper with turmeric Piperine improves curcumin bioavailability and may support glucose, liver enzyme and lipid markers.

Important note: Culinary use is generally very different from high dose supplementation. Anyone taking medication for diabetes, blood pressure, blood thinning, cholesterol or liver conditions should speak with a qualified health professional before using concentrated spice extracts. This section is educational and not medical advice.

Make it easier to follow

Use the tools, but let the routine do the work.

Balance and Unimate are there to create anchors. They make the protocol easier to start, easier to repeat and easier to stick to when life gets busy.

Get the protocol stack Use alongside the daily protocol.
The 90 day journey

What changes when the routine finally sticks.

This is not a promise of identical results. It is the realistic behavioural arc people need to understand before they start.

Days
1 to 14

Control begins

The eating window starts to feel manageable. You stop grazing all day and begin noticing which foods affect your energy.

Days
15 to 30

Energy steadies

Cravings often become easier to manage. The morning walk and pre meal routine become less of a decision.

Days
31 to 60

Habits lock in

Post meal walks, simple meals and strength training start doing the heavy lifting. The plan feels less like effort and more like structure.

Days
61 to 90

A new normal

You are no longer guessing. You know when to eat, how to build meals and what to do after them.

Video testimonials

Real stories build trust faster than more claims.

Short video testimonials help people see the routine in a more human way. Keep the stories honest, specific and focused on lived experience.

Customer story

A real customer experience with the Metabolic Reset protocol.

Customer story

A clear, believable story focused on routine, energy and consistency.

Customer story

A short testimonial that builds trust without making exaggerated claims.

The science

Research informed, not miracle marketing.

The science section is intentionally short. It gives visitors proof without turning the page into a textbook.

Time restricted eating

Early time restricted feeding has been shown to improve insulin sensitivity, blood pressure, oxidative stress and appetite in men with prediabetes, even without weight loss.

Read the study

Post meal walking

A 2025 study found a 10 minute walk immediately after glucose intake lowered peak glucose compared with resting.

Read the study

Meal order

Research shows eating vegetables and protein before carbohydrates can reduce post meal glucose and insulin responses.

Read the study

Soluble fibre

A meta analysis found soluble fibre supplementation improved HbA1c, fasting glucose and insulin resistance markers in people with type 2 diabetes.

Read the study

Fibre type matters

Different fibres behave differently. Galactomannans, beta glucans and resistant starch have all been studied for glucose and lipid markers.

Read the review

Unicity evidence

Brand owned evidence should be treated carefully, but Unicity lists studies on Feel Great, glycaemic variability and cardiometabolic markers.

View Unicity studies
Who it is for

Right person, right promise.

This section helps you decide whether the protocol genuinely fits your life.

This is for you if

  • You want a clear routine, not another vague diet.
  • You struggle with cravings, energy dips or constant hunger.
  • You want to support long term metabolic health.
  • You are willing to walk after meals and train consistently.
  • You like simple rules that remove daily decision fatigue.

This is not for you if

  • You want a magic supplement to fix everything.
  • You are not willing to change your eating pattern.
  • You want extreme weight loss claims.
  • You are trying to replace medical care or prescribed medication.
  • You are not willing to repeat boring basics.
FAQ

Important questions, answered clearly.

Is this a diet?

No. It is a daily structure. You will still need to make better food choices, but the protocol focuses on timing, meal order, fibre, movement, strength training and consistency.

Do I need to eat in a 6 hour window forever?

No. The tighter eating window is best treated as a reset tool. Once the routine is established, some people move to a more flexible window while keeping the pre meal and post meal habits.

Can I do this if I take medication?

Speak to your doctor or healthcare provider first, especially if you take glucose lowering medication, blood pressure medication or have a diagnosed medical condition.

Do I have to walk after every meal?

That is the goal, but start with the meal that usually makes you crash the hardest. A short walk done consistently beats a perfect plan you never follow.

Can I still eat carbohydrates?

Yes. The first phase reduces refined carbohydrates to make the reset easier. After that, better carbohydrate sources can be reintroduced gradually, ideally around training.

Are Unimate and Balance essential?

The lifestyle routine matters most. Unimate and Balance are tools that make the routine easier by creating a morning anchor and a pre meal anchor.

Start today

Start with structure. Stay for the results.

The people who win with metabolic health are rarely the ones chasing complexity. They are the ones who repeat the right basics long enough for them to matter.

Educational information only. This is not medical advice and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. Results vary. Speak to your doctor or healthcare provider before starting a new routine, especially if you have diabetes, take glucose lowering medication, are pregnant, breastfeeding or have a diagnosed medical condition. Testimonials, where used, should be verified and should not claim disease reversal, medication cessation or guaranteed results.
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