Glucerna

Glucerna powder is a food supplement that helps to keep blood sugar levels stable, as it promotes slow carbohydrate intake, 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 has few calories, which helps to cope with hunger and therefore can contribute to weight loss.

This supplement should only be used as directed by a doctor or nutritionist and should not be used to replace a meal. In addition, glucerna exists in the form of cereals, bars and in ready-to-drink preparation, with different flavors such as strawberry, nuts, chocolate or vanilla.

What Glucerna is for

This nutritional supplement is used to:

Help to lose weight, as it contributes to the decrease in the sensation of hunger, leading to the ingestion of smaller amounts of food; Contribute to maintain blood sugar levels, decreased high blood glucose levels; Improve the functioning of the intestine, as it is a good source of fibers; Strengthen the immune system, since it consists of 25 types of vitamins and minerals, having 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 powder

Glucerna ready to drink

Glucerna Price

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

How to take Glucerna

To prepare powdered powder it is necessary:

Add 200 ml of cold water in 6 tablespoons of powder, each spoon weighing approximately 52 g; Stir the mixture until the powder is completely dissolved; Place in the refrigerator for 25 minutes to cool.

Normally, each can of glucose contains 400 mg, allowing 7 bottles of 200 ml to be prepared, and the quantities of glucose per day must be indicated by the doctor or nutritionist. In addition, to preserve it, keep the mixture in the refrigerator until you drink it.