For people with diabetes
GLUCERNA 1.0, 1.2, 1.5 CAL is a reduced-carbohydrate, fiber- and fat-containing formula designed to blunt blood-glucose response in patients with abnormal glucose tolerance.1,2,3 It provides 34.3% of total calories as carbohydrate. This helps minimize glycemic response. The formulation includes soy fiber to help maintain normal bowel function. Specialized nutrition for enhanced glycemic control compared to a standard formula. For patients with type 1 or type 2 diabetes or abnormal glucose response. For tube feeding. For supplemental or sole-source nutrition. 8-fl-oz containers with vanilla flavor can be used orally as well as for tube feeding. Use under medical supervision.
FEATURES
- 20% of calories from protein to help promote anabolism.
- Glucerna 1.2 Cal contains a fat blend which is within the American Heart Association and American Diabetes Association recommendations favoring monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats and limiting saturated fat to help manage lipid profiles. 2,3,4
- Chromium picolinate, a more bioavailable form of chromium.
- At 1.2 Cal/mL, patient needs can be met with less volume.
- Contains a specialized carbohydrate blend which is clinically shown to significantly reduce postprandial blood glucose response and glycemic variability compared to a standard 1.2 Cal formulation in patients with type 2 diabetes.1,2
- 22% of calories from protein to help promote anabolism.
- Provides an excellent source (712 mg of ALA/8 fl oz) of plant-based omega-3 fatty acid alpha linolenic acid (44% of the 1.6 g DV for ALA) to support cardiovascular health.
- Excellent source of antioxidants (Vitamins C, E, and Selenium).
- Gluten-free.
- Suitable for lactose intolerance.
PRECAUTIONS
- Not suitable for people with galactosemia.
