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Metformin

COMPOUNDS // HEALTHTRENDS SCORE™ : 95.7

WHAT IS IT?

An oral prescription drug traditionally used to treat type 2 diabetes by controlling hepatic glucose.

WHAT DOES IT DO?

Improves insulin sensitivity and is theorized to extend healthspan by activating the AMPK pathway.

HOW DO I USE IT?

Taken orally (500mg-1000mg daily), cycled off on heavy lifting days as it can blunt muscle growth.