Glucerna

Glucerna powder is a food supplement that helps to keep blood sugar levels stable, as it promotes the slow intake of carbohydrates, which reduces sugar spikes throughout the day and is therefore a recommended supplement. for individuals with diabetes. In addition, it is rich in protein and low in calories, which helps to deal with hunger and, therefore, can contribute to weight loss.

This supplement should only be used on the advice of a doctor or nutritionist and should not be used to replace a meal. In addition, glucer is available in the form of cereals, bars and ready-to-drink preparations, with different flavors such as strawberry, nuts, chocolate or vanilla.

What is Glucerna for

This nutritional supplement is for:

• Help you lose weight, as it helps to reduce the feeling of hunger, leading to the intake of smaller amounts of food;
• Contribute to maintaining blood sugar levels, lowering high blood glucose levels;
• Improve bowel function, as it is a good source of fiber;
• Strengthen the immune system, as it is made up of 25 types of vitamins and minerals, having an antioxidant effect.

In addition, this supplement can be used by individuals with allergies to gluten and lactose, as it does not have these components in its formula.

Glucerna ready to drink

Price of Glucerne

Glucerna costs, on average, 50 reais and can be purchased at he alth food stores, supermarkets and some pharmacies.

How to take Glucerna

To prepare powdered glycerin you need:

• Add 200 ml of cold water to 6 spoons of powder, each spoon having approximately 52 g;
• Shake the mixture until the powder is completely dissolved;
• Place in refrigerator for 25 minutes to refresh.

Normally, each can of glycerin contains 400 mg, allowing you to prepare 7 bottles of 200 ml. In addition, to preserve, keep the mixture in the fridge until drinking.

Glucerne side effects

There are no known side effects of the glucerne supplement.

Glucerne Contraindications

Glucerna is a supplement that should not be used to replace the daily diet, it should only be used as a supplement.

Furthermore, it cannot be used in patients who are feeding through a nasogastric tube or in patients who have galactosemia.