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General QuestionsYour health care team will be able to help you best understand the relationship between your blood sugar and the foods you eat. They can guide you in making adjustments in the amounts you eat at meals, as well as any medication adjustments to best control your blood sugar results. Blood sugar monitoring before and one to two hours after consuming a meal is the best way to determine how foods are affecting your blood sugar. The meal plans offered by Diabetes Control for Life™ are designed to help with weight management and blood sugar control through the use of a balanced selection of food choices and Glucerna products. Glucerna products help minimize peaks in blood sugar because of their specialized carbohydrate blend. Exercise, weight management, and meal planning are key components of your diabetes management plan, along with following your doctor's advice on blood sugar medication and how often you should monitor your blood sugar. Our meal plans are a step in the right direction, and we encourage you to print the meal plans and share them with your health care professional at your upcoming appointment. The amount of carbohydrates at meals and snacks depends on your calorie level and activity level, and on any diabetes medications you might be taking. For example, a dinner might be 45 to 60 grams of carbohydrates, and a snack might be between 15 and 30 grams of carbohydrates. We encourage you to complete the questionnaire and assessment on DiabetesControlForLife.com to receive your meal plan, which will provide you with an estimate of your calorie needs, as well as carbohydrate grams per meal and snack. We also suggest following up with your health care professional. We do not recommend that someone with diabetes eliminate carbohydrates. Carbohydrates are an important energy source and provide a variety of nutrients, such as vitamins and minerals. Please check with your doctor to help you understand additional ways to control your blood sugar, such as exercise, assessing your weight management goals, and assessing medication needs, if you currently are taking medications for your blood sugar. You also may consider following a lower calorie level, which would decrease the amount of carbohydrates. Fruit is a very good choice as long as the quantity you eat is selected wisely, because fruit definitely can raise blood sugar levels quickly. For example, 12 cherries are considered a serving (15 grams of carbohydrates) and one medium peach is a serving. It may be helpful to spread your fruit intake out throughout the day and check your blood sugar about one to two hours after eating to see how it is affected. Also, eating fruit after or before exercising may help keep your blood sugar from going too high. Please check with your health care professional if you continue to be concerned about your blood sugar levels. Calorie-containing beverages such as fruit juices, soft drinks, and sweetened teas can cause a fairly rapid rise in blood sugar, which is why they tend to be avoided. Our meal plans count these as food items and we encourage you to do the same if adding them to your meal plans. In other words, be sure to read the label of a fruit juice or other sweetened/sugar-containing beverage that you want to add and consider replacing that juice with a comparable menu item. DiabetesControlForLife.com lists the complete nutrition information for each food/meal. For example, instead of a half-cup of fresh fruit, consider a half-cup of orange juice. Unsweetened coffees, teas, and, of course, water, are the best non-nutritional (calorie-free) beverages to choose to help minimize spikes in blood sugar. Also, be sure to check the preparation information for each recipe because some recipes already include beverages, such as milk with breakfast cereals.
Non-caffeinated drinks, especially water, are best for hydration, especially in hot weather and while exercising. If you do drink diet soda with caffeine, practice moderation. Glucerna products are intended to help with the dietary management of diabetes under medical supervision. People without diabetes should substitute other nutritional products, such as Ensure®, AdvantEdge®, or ZonePerfect®, in place of Glucerna products in their meal plan. It is important to mention to your health care professional that you are using these products so that any medical conditions you might have can be taken into consideration. Glucerna products are appropriate for people with type 1 diabetes. It is important to monitor your sugar regularly to see how these products affect your blood sugar, as well as your insulin needs. Glucerna products contain blends of carbohydrates that are slowly digested to help minimize peaks in blood sugar. We encourage you to discuss any changes with your health care professional and, if you do intend to focus on weight loss, consult your health care professional on your specific goals. Weight loss does affect blood sugar levels and insulin needs. In people with diabetes, Glucerna products should not be used to treat hypoglycemia, insulin shock, or insulin reaction, because these products are not absorbed quickly enough to restore blood sugar to a normal level. Talk to your health care professional about appropriate treatment options for low blood sugar reactions.
It is important to point out the difference between hypoglycemia in people without diabetes and low blood sugar due to the treatment of diabetes. We have not studied Glucerna products specifically in people without diabetes with low blood sugar (called hypoglycemia). People with hypoglycemia are often told to eat a reduced-carbohydrate diet. It also is suggested that they eat several small meals/snacks per day, each meal/snack containing a small amount of carbohydrates and protein.
If a person with diabetes experiences a blood sugar below 50, food choices that have an immediately available source of glucose should be consumed. Food sources that provide 15 grams of carbohydrates, such as 3 teaspoons of honey, 1/2 cup of fruit juice, one slice of bread, 1 cup of milk, or 3/4 cup of regular soda, are options. You should check your blood sugar again 15 minutes after eating the food. If low blood sugar results continue, this should be discussed with your health care professional to determine the cause.
The meal plans on DiabetesControlForLife.com, which contain breakfast, lunch, dinner, and three snacks for each day, may help meet your needs. In the meal plans, carbohydrates contribute about 57 percent to 58 percent of the calories for one day. We recommend that you talk to your health care professional about using Glucerna products and the meal plans on the site to see if they are right for you. No specific studies have been done with Glucerna products in a population of pregnant women with diabetes or with gestational diabetes. Nursing and pregnant moms with diabetes should be aware of the vitamin and mineral nutrient contents listed on the labels and discuss their use when combined with maternal vitamins and minerals taken in addition to food choices with their doctors. Nursing and pregnant moms should consult with doctors or dietitians to see how Glucerna products would best fit into prescribed meal plans. Glucerna Cereals will be with other Glucerna products near the pharmacy section of grocery stores and major discount stores throughout the country. Glucerna Cereal is designed for no more than three servings per day as part of a diabetes management plan. One serving is defined as 3/4 cup. Glucerna Cereal is a medical food specifically designed for people with diabetes for use under medical supervision. Crunchy Flakes ‘n Raisins and Crunchy Flakes ‘n Strawberries contain wheat and soy ingredients and are manufactured in a facility that processes almonds. Crunchy Flakes ‘n Almonds contains almonds, wheat, and soy ingredients. All Glucerna Cereals contain gluten. No, Glucerna Cereal is specifically designed for people with diabetes and is intended only for use under medical supervision as part of a diabetes management plan. Glucerna Cereals contain 5 grams of whole grains per 3/4 cup serving. Glucerna Cereal can be used by children 9 years of age and older. For children ages 4 to 8 years, Glucerna Cereal should only be substituted occasionally into the meal plan by a health care professional (one serving of Glucerna Cereal has a nutrient profile designed for adults, and is especially high in some minerals). Glucerna Cereal should not be used in children younger than 4 years of age. Glucerna Cereal is not designed to provide complete, balanced nutrition, nor is it a complete meal based on the nutritional profile. At 100 or 110 calories per serving, Glucerna Cereal is designed for use under medical supervision as part of a diabetes management plan. Yes, Glucerna Cereal is a medical food specifically designed for people with diabetes. Therefore, Glucerna Cereal should be used under medical supervision as part of a diabetes management plan. | | Crunchy Flakes ‘n Raisins | Crunchy Flakes ‘n Almonds | Crunchy Flakes ‘n Strawberries | | Nutrient | Amount | % DV | Amount | % DV | Amount | % DV | | Serving size | 3/4 cup | | 3/4 cup | | 3/4 cup | | | Calories | 110 | - | 100 | - | 100 | - | | Protein, g | 3 | 6 | 3 | 6 | 3 | 6 | | Fat, g | 0.5 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0.5 | 1 | | Saturated fat, g | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | | Trans fat, g | 0 | - | 0 | - | 0 | - | | Total carbohydrate, g | 28 | 9 | 24 | 8 | 25 | 8 | | Dietary fiber, g | 5 | 20 | 5 | 20 | 5 | 20 | | Sugars, g | 10 | - | 6 | - | 6 | - | | Cholesterol, mg | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | | Vitamin A, IU | 750 | 15 | 750 | 15 | 750 | 15 | | Vitamin D, IU | 16 | 4 | 16 | 4 | 16 | 4 | | Vitamin C, mg | 0 | 0 | 6 | 10 | 6 | 10 | | Folic acid, mcg | 100 | 25 | 100 | 25 | 100 | 25 | | Thiamin, mg | 0.38 | 25 | 0.38 | 25 | 0.38 | 25 | | Riboflavin, mg | 0.44 | 25 | 0.44 | 25 | 0.44 | 25 | | Niacin, mg | 5.0 | 25 | 5.0 | 25 | 5.0 | 25 | | Vitamin B6, mg | 0.5 | 25 | 0.5 | 25 | 0.5 | 25 | | Vitamin B12, mcg | 1.5 | 25 | 1.5 | 25 | 1.5 | 25 | | Sodium, mg | 210 | 9 | 210 | 9 | 210 | 9 | | Potassium, mg | 200 | 6 | 160 | 5 | 160 | 5 | | Calcium, mg | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | | Copper, mg | 0.12 | 6 | 0.12 | 6 | 0.12 | 6 | | Zinc, mg | 3.8 | 25 | 3.8 | 25 | 3.8 | 25 | | Iron, mg | 4.5 | 25 | 4.5 | 25 | 4.5 | 25 | | Chromium, mcg | 30 | 25 | 30 | 25 | 30 | 25 | | Phosphorus, mg | 100 | 10 | 100 | 10 | 100 | 10 | | Magnesium, mg | 40 | 10 | 40 | 10 | 40 | 10 | | Manganese, mg | 1 | 50 | 1 | 50 | 1 | 50 | | Molybdenum, mcg | 22.5 | 30 | 22.5 | 30 | 22.5 | 30 |
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Skim milk is recommended. 1/2 cup of skim milk consumed with cereal provides additional nutritional content. (1/2 cup skim milk = 40 calories, 6 grams of carbohydrates, and 4 grams of protein.) Glucerna Shake could be consumed with Glucerna Cereal as long as the nutritional content of the Glucerna Shake is factored into the meal plan. The additional carbohydrates from the Glucerna Shake also will impact blood sugar response. Yes, food items such as fruit can be added to Glucerna Cereal. Additional items, such as fruit, will contribute calories and additional nutrition that should be considered as part of the eating occasion. Furthermore, added food items, such as fruit, will impact blood sugar response. See how the personalized meal plans on DiabetesControlForLife.com pair Glucerna products with other food items for certain eating occasions. Glucerna Cereals are specifically designed for people with diabetes and contain a unique carbohydrate blend clinically shown to produce a lower blood sugar response compared to a leading corn flake cereal.1
1Chow J, Choe YS, Noss MJ, Baumgartner CJ, Edens NK. Diabetes 2007;56 (suppl 1): A451. The carbohydrate blend in Glucerna Cereals consists of wheat bran, whole-wheat flour, sucromalt, fructose, and corn bran. Sucromalt is a key ingredient as part of the carbohydrate blend. Sucromalt is a fully digestible, low-glycemic carbohydrate source that provides sweetness. There are no artificial sweeteners. Learn more about the science behind sucromalt.Glucerna Crunchy Flakes ’n Almonds and Glucerna Crunchy Flakes ’n Strawberries provide 1 carb choice (1 starch if using the exchange system). Glucerna Crunchy Flakes ’n Raisins provides 1-1/2 carb choices (1-1/2 starch) per serving. Yes. Please recycle the cardboard box your Glucerna Cereal is packaged in. Most facilities will only accept the cardboard box and not the plastic bag. Thank you for doing your part to conserve resources. Glucerna Cereal can be used by people with type 1 and type 2 diabetes. We have not studied Glucerna Cereals in people with hypoglycemia. People with hypoglycemia often are told to eat a reduced-carbohydrate diet. The thought is that a load of carbohydrates will cause insulin to be secreted, which will result in a lowering of the blood sugar. It also is suggested that they eat several small meals/snacks per day, each meal/snack containing a small amount of carbohydrates and protein. Glucerna Cereals do contain carbohydrates and protein. Glucerna Cereal has been shown to produce a lower sugar response than a leading corn flake cereal.1 Glucerna Cereal may be appropriate for people with hypoglycemia as a part of their overall diet, but not to treat a hypoglycemic episode (see below). Therefore, it is suggested that the consumer ask his/her health care professional if Glucerna Cereal can be incorporated into his/her diet.
Note: Glucerna Cereals should not be used to treat insulin reaction, diabetic shock, or insulin shock, because they are not absorbed quickly enough to restore blood sugar to a normal level.
1Chow J, Choe YS, Noss MJ, Baumgartner CJ, Edens NK. Diabetes 2007;56 (suppl 1): A451. Just like any other food, people with diabetes should check their blood sugar before and one to two hours after eating Glucerna Cereal to determine the effect on blood sugar. This response should be taken into consideration with their diabetes medication plan. Glucerna Cereals do not contain vitamin K. A specific study with Glucerna Cereal was not conducted; however, most cereals can be kept for two months after opening, as long as they are kept in a dry, room-temperature environment. For optimal freshness, the bag of Glucerna Cereal should be kept tightly closed inside of the carton. No, Glucerna Cereal does not contain maltitol. Yes, you can eat Glucerna Cereal at any time of day within a diabetes management plan, as directed under medical supervision. Glucerna Cereal will raise blood sugar because it contains carbohydrates, just as any other food with carbohydrates does. However, a clinical study in people with diabetes showed that Glucerna Cereal did not raise blood sugar as high as a leading corn flake cereal.1 Individual blood sugar response will vary, and blood sugar should be monitored before and one to two hours after eating Glucerna Cereal to determine the effect on blood sugar. Adding fruit to cereal will also contribute to your blood sugar response.
1Chow J, Choe YS, Noss MJ, Baumgartner CJ, Edens NK. Diabetes 2007;56 (suppl 1): A451. The recommended serving size for Glucerna Cereal is 3/4 cup. In a clinical study, subjects with type 2 diabetes consumed 1-1/2 cups (60 grams) of Glucerna Cereal with 1 cup (245 grams) of skim milk. Glycemic response data was collected.1
1Chow J, Choe YS, Noss MJ, Baumgartner CJ, Edens NK. Diabetes 2007;56 (suppl 1): A451. We currently are working to provide suggestions for Glucerna recipes using Glucerna Cereal. All three flavors of Glucerna Cereal have an average suggested retail price of $4.49 for a 9.5-ounce box. The entire line of Glucerna products can be purchased nationwide at pharmacies, grocery stores, and major discount stores. We strive to develop new products that offer great taste, helpful ingredients, and added options for more convenience. Glucerna Cereal, which comes in three irresistible flavors, is designed specifically for people with diabetes. It allows people with diabetes to enjoy a traditional and convenient breakfast food while minimizing blood sugar response compared to a leading corn flake cereal.1
1Chow J, Choe YS, Noss MJ, Baumgartner CJ, Edens NK. Diabetes 2007;56 (suppl 1): A451. Glucerna Cereal is formulated specifically for people with diabetes. The cereal provides an excellent source of fiber, and has a unique blend of carbohydrates that has been clinically shown to help manage blood sugar spikes compared to a leading corn flake cereal. 11Chow J, Choe YS, Noss MJ, Baumgartner CJ, Edens NK. Diabetes 2007;56 (suppl 1): A451. Glucerna Cereals come in three delicious flavors: Crunchy Flakes ’n Strawberries, Crunchy Flakes ’n Raisins, and Crunchy Flakes ’n Almonds. Each of the three flavors contains chromium picolinate, a trace mineral that helps the body’s own insulin work more efficiently. Insulin moves sugar from the blood into the cells, where it can be used by the body. Learn more about the science behind chromium picolinate.Glucerna is committed to developing nutrition products that satisfy the needs of people with diabetes and the health care professionals who care for them. According to the American Diabetes Association ®, there are an estimated 20.8 million Americans living with diabetes — this is 7 percent of Americans. This population needs appropriate nutrition designed specifically to assist them in managing their condition. Convenient, reclosable bottles were introduced in April 2007, and include the following key ingredients:
- Unique carbohydrate blend: clinically shown to help manage blood sugar spikes compared to a leading standard nutritional beverage2
- Chromium picolinate, a trace mineral that helps the body’s own insulin work more efficiently. Insulin moves sugar from the blood into the cells, where it can be used by the body.
- Plant-based omega-3 fatty acids: clinically shown to help support circulatory and heart health (400 mg omega-3 fatty acid ALA per serving, 25% of 1.6 g DV)
Glucerna Shake also contains Enova ™ diacylglycerol (DAG) oil and phytosterols. Learn more about the science behind Enova Oil.2 Data on file. Study BK02. Abbott Nutrition, February 2006.
The 8-fl-oz shakes in reclosable plastic bottles are available in four delicious flavors: Creamy Chocolate Delight, Homemade Vanilla, Strawberries ‘n Cream, and Butter Pecan. The entire line of Glucerna products can be purchased nationwide at pharmacies, grocery stores, and major discount stores. Glucerna Shake and Glucerna Snack Shakes are two different products, especially in the nutrition they provide. Glucerna Snack Shakes are designed specifically to serve as a snack occasion, and they include fewer calories and fewer total nutrients than Glucerna Shake. The carbohydrate blends, which are designed to help minimize blood sugar response, differ slightly. In Glucerna Shake, the carbohydrate blend consists of fibersol (modified maltodextrin), sucromalt, glycerine, fructose, maltodextrin, and fiber. Glucerna Snack Shakes contain maltodextrin, fructose, glycerine, and fibersol. Both are consistent with American Diabetes Association recommendations of 45 percent to 65 percent of calories of carbohydrates per day. Glucerna Shake also provides additional key ingredients such as plant-based omega-3 fatty acids, phytosterols, and DAG oil. (Glucerna Shakes contain 400 mg omega-3 fatty acid ALA per serving, 25% of 1.6 g DV. Glucerna Snack Shakes contain 197 mg omega-3 fatty acid ALA per serving, 12% of 1.6 g DV.) Both products are specifically designed for people with diabetes for use under medical supervision as part of a diabetes management plan. See nutrition comparison below for more differences:
| Glucerna Snack Shake
(Homemade Vanilla) | Glucerna Shake
(Homemade Vanilla) | | Nutrient | Amount | % DV | Amount | % DV | | Serving size | 8-fl-oz | | 8-fl-oz | | | Calories | 140 | - | 200 | - | | Protein, g | 7.0 | 14 | 10 | 20 | | Fat, g | 5 | 8 | 7 | 11 | | Saturated fat, g | 0.5 | 3 | 0.5 | 3 | | Trans fat, g | 0 | - | 0 | - | | Total carbohydrate, g | 19 | 6 | 26 | 9 | | Fiber, g | 3 | 12 | 5 | 20 | | FOS, g | 1.5 | - | 0 | - | | Sugars, g | 5 | - | 6 | - | | Vitamin A, IU | 750 | 15 | 1,250 | 25 | | Vitamin D, IU | 60 | 15 | 100 | 25 | | Vitamin E, IU | 4.5 | 15 | 75 | 25 | | Vitamin K, mcg | 12 | 15 | 20 | 25 | | Vitamin C, mg | 36 | 60 | 60 | 100 | | Folic acid, mcg | 60 | 15 | 100 | 25 | | Thiamin, mg | 0.23 | 15 | 0.38 | 25 | | Riboflavin, mg | 0.26 | 15 | 0.43 | 25 | | Niacin, mg | 3 | 15 | 5 | 25 | | Vitamin B6, mg | 0.3 | 15 | 0.5 | 25 | | Vitamin B12, mcg | 0.9 | 15 | 1.5 | 25 | | Biotin, mcg | 45 | 15 | 75 | 25 | | Pantothenic acid, mg | 1.5 | 15 | 2.5 | 25 | | Sodium, mg | 180 | 8 | 210 | 9 | | Potassium, mg | 290 | 8 | 380 | 11 | | Chloride, mg | 340 | 10 | 340 | 10 | | Calcium, mg | 150 | 15 | 250 | 25 | | Phosphorus, mg | 150 | 15 | 250 | 25 | | Magnesium, mg | 60 | 15 | 100 | 25 | | Manganese, mg | 0.3 | 15 | 0.5 | 25 | | Iodine, mcg | 22.5 | 15 | 38 | 25 | | Copper, mg | 0.3 | 15 | 0.5 | 25 | | Zinc, mg | 2.25 | 15 | 3.8 | 25 | | Iron, mg | 2.7 | 15 | 4.5 | 25 | | Chromium, mcg | 120 | 100 | 200 | 170 | | Molybdenum, mcg | 15 | 20 | 26 | 35 | | Selenium, mcg | 10.5 | 15 | 18 | 25 | | Choline, mg | 83 | 15 | 138 | 25 |
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Glucerna Shake provides 2 carb choices or, if using the exchange system, each shake provides 1 starch, 1 low-fat milk, and 1/2 fat. Yes, Glucerna Shake contains sucralose and acesulfame potassium. Yes, Glucerna Shake has been studied in people with diabetes.2
2Data on file. Study BK02. Abbott Nutrition, February 2006.
| Glucerna Shake
(Homemade Vanilla) | | Nutrient | Amount | % DV | | Serving size | 8-fl-oz | | | Calories | 200 | - | | Protein, g | 10 | 20 | | Fat, g | 7 | 11 | | Saturated fat, g | 0.5 | 3 | | Trans fat, g | 0 | - | | Total carbohydrate, g | 26 | 9 | | Fiber, g | 5 | 20 | | FOS, g | 0 | - | | Sugars, g | 6 | - | | Vitamin A, IU | 1,250 | 25 | | Vitamin D, IU | 100 | 25 | | Vitamin E, IU | 75 | 25 | | Vitamin K, mcg | 20 | 25 | | Vitamin C, mg | 60 | 100 | | Folic acid, mcg | 100 | 25 | | Thiamin, mg | 0.38 | 25 | | Riboflavin, mg | 0.43 | 25 | | Niacin, mg | 5 | 25 | | Vitamin B6, mg | 0.5 | 25 | | Vitamin B12, mcg | 1.5 | 25 | | Biotin, mcg | 75 | 25 | | Pantothenic acid, mg | 2.5 | 25 | | Sodium, mg | 210 | 9 | | Potassium, mg | 380 | 11 | | Chloride, mg | 340 | 10 | | Calcium, mg | 250 | 25 | | Phosphorus, mg | 250 | 25 | | Magnesium, mg | 100 | 25 | | Manganese, mg | 0.5 | 25 | | Iodine, mcg | 38 | 25 | | Copper, mg | 0.5 | 25 | | Zinc, mg | 3.8 | 25 | | Iron, mg | 4.5 | 25 | | Chromium, mcg | 200 | 170 | | Molybdenum, mcg | 26 | 35 | | Selenium, mcg | 18 | 25 | | Choline, mg | 138 | 25 |
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Yes, Glucerna Shake is packaged in reclosable plastic bottles for added convenience. Glycerine, a sugar alcohol, is an ingredient in Glucerna Shake and Snack Shakes. Glycerine is a low-glycemic carbohydrate that functions as a sweetener. Like maltitol, glycerine is classified as a sugar alcohol. However, unlike maltitol, which is only partially metabolized and provides 2 calories per gram, glycerine is completely metabolized like a carbohydrate and provides 4 calories per gram. This difference in metabolism is key to removing the risk for GI side effects.
Glycerine is declared as GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) by the FDA and has an upper threshold of 125 grams per day. Glycerine also may be referred to as glycerol; they are the same substance. Glycerine is listed with the ingredients on Glucerna products. The amount of glycerine in Glucerna Shake is 4.5 grams, and this is included in the total carbohydrate grams claimed on the product label.
Glucerna Shake is gluten-free and lactose-free. No, Glucerna Shake is not designed to be used for tube feeding, nor as a sole source of nutrition. The 200-calorie, 8-fl-oz shakes are available in four flavors: Creamy Chocolate Delight, Homemade Vanilla, Strawberries ‘n Cream, and Butter Pecan. Glucerna Shake is sold in six-bottle packs with the suggested retail price of $9.99. Glucerna Shake will be with other Glucerna products near the pharmacy section of retail stores throughout the country. Glucerna Shake can be used by children 9 years of age and older with the guidance of a pediatric health care professional. For children ages 4 to 8 years, Glucerna Shake should only be substituted occasionally into the meal plan by a health care professional (considering that one can of Glucerna Shake provides half of the child's estimated daily protein need and has a nutrient profile designed for adults). Glucerna Shake should not be used in children younger than 4 years of age.
Children with diabetes typically have a meal plan that is developed and adjusted with the assistance of the child's health care team (often including a pediatric dietitian, nurse, endocrinologist, and pediatrician). The child may need to balance food and beverage intake, activity, and possibly insulin. The child and family learn a system for planning meals and snacks and for making substitutions. Glucerna Shake has not been studied in the pediatric age group. However, a school-aged child who likes Glucerna Shake may be able to substitute one occasionally in the meal plan with the initial assistance of a health care professional.
Glucerna Snack Shakes were designed as a snack and formulated to have similar caloric value to Glucerna Snack Bars. Snacking is an important part of a diabetes management plan to help manage blood sugar levels and weight. Glucerna Snack Shakes are fortified at 15 percent of the DV for vitamins/minerals, reflective of its use as a snack. Glucerna Shake and Glucerna Snack Shakes are two different products, especially in the nutrition they provide. Glucerna Snack Shakes are designed specifically to serve as a snack occasion, and they include fewer calories and fewer total nutrients than Glucerna Shake. The carbohydrate blends, which are designed to help minimize blood sugar response, differ slightly. In Glucerna Shakes, the carbohydrate blend consists of fibersol (modified maltodextrin), sucromalt, glycerine, fructose, maltodextrin, and fiber. Glucerna Snack Shakes contain maltodextrin, fructose, glycerine, and fibersol. Both are consistent with American Diabetes Association nutritional recommendations.
Both products are designed specifically for people with diabetes for use under medical supervision as part of a diabetes management plan.
Glucerna Snack Shakes provide 1 carb choice or, if using the exchange system, each Snack Shake provides 1 starch and 1/2 fat. Yes, Glucerna Snack Shakes contain sucralose and acesulfame potassium. The individual ingredients used in Glucerna Snack Shakes are designed to help minimize blood sugar response and are based on clinical studies in people with diabetes. | Glucerna Snack Shakes
(Homemade Vanilla) | Glucerna Shake
(Homemade Vanilla) | | Nutrient | Amount | % DV | Amount | % DV | | Serving size | 8-fl-oz | | 8-fl-oz | | | Calories | 140 | - | 200 | - | | Protein, g | 7.0 | 14 | 10 | 20 | | Fat, g | 5 | 8 | 7 | 11 | | Saturated fat, g | 0.5 | 3 | 0.5 | 3 | | Trans fat, g | 0 | - | 0 | - | | Total carbohydrate, g | 19 | 6 | 26 | 9 | | Fiber, g | 3 | 12 | 5 | 20 | | FOS, g | 1.5 | - | 0 | - | | Sugars, g | 5 | - | 6 | - | | Vitamin A, IU | 750 | 15 | 1,250 | 25 | | Vitamin D, IU | 60 | 15 | 100 | 25 | | Vitamin E, IU | 4.5 | 15 | 75 | 25 | | Vitamin K, mcg | 12 | 15 | 20 | 25 | | Vitamin C, mg | 36 | 60 | 60 | 100 | | Folic acid, mcg | 60 | 15 | 100 | 25 | | Thiamin, mg | 0.23 | 15 | 0.38 | 25 | | Riboflavin, mg | 0.26 | 15 | 0.43 | 25 | | Niacin, mg | 3 | 15 | 5 | 25 | | Vitamin B6, mg | 0.3 | 15 | 0.5 | 25 | | Vitamin B12, mcg | 0.9 | 15 | 1.5 | 25 | | Biotin, mcg | 45 | 15 | 75 | 25 | | Pantothenic acid, mg | 1.5 | 15 | 2.5 | 25 | | Sodium, mg | 180 | 8 | 210 | 9 | | Potassium, mg | 290 | 8 | 380 | 11 | | Chloride, mg | 340 | 10 | 340 | 10 | | Calcium, mg | 150 | 15 | 250 | 25 | | Phosphorus, mg | 150 | 15 | 250 | 25 | | Magnesium, mg | 60 | 15 | 100 | 25 | | Manganese, mg | 0.3 | 15 | 0.5 | 25 | | Iodine, mcg | 22.5 | 15 | 38 | 25 | | Copper, mg | 0.3 | 15 | 0.5 | 25 | | Zinc, mg | 2.25 | 15 | 3.8 | 25 | | Iron, mg | 2.7 | 15 | 4.5 | 25 | | Chromium, mcg | 120 | 100 | 200 | 170 | | Molybdenum, mcg | 15 | 20 | 26 | 35 | | Selenium, mcg | 10.5 | 15 | 18 | 25 | | Choline, mg | 83 | 15 | 138 | 25 |
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Glucerna Snack Shakes are similar in color and consistency and both products have received the ChefsBest™ Award for Best Taste* for diabetes products presented by the American Culinary Institute. Glucerna Snack Shakes are available in Creamy Chocolate Delight and Homemade Vanilla.
*Glucerna Shakes and Bars were awarded the 2007 ChefsBest Award for Best Taste. The ChefsBest Award for Best Taste is awarded to the brand rated highest overall among leading brands by independent professional chefs.
Yes. Glucerna Snack Shakes are available in 8 oz. cans with completely different packaging compared to Glucerna Shakes in the 8-fl-oz bottle. Glycerine, a sugar alcohol, is an ingredient in Glucerna Shake and Snack Shakes. Glycerine is a low-glycemic carbohydrate that functions as a sweetener. Like maltitol, glycerine is classified as a sugar alcohol. However, unlike maltitol, which is only partially metabolized and provides 2 calories per gram, glycerine is completely metabolized like a carbohydrate and provides 4 calories per gram. This difference in metabolism is key to removing the risk for GI side effects.
Glycerine is declared as GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) by the FDA and has an upper threshold of 125 grams per day. Glycerine also may be referred to as glycerol; they are the same substance. Glycerine is listed with the ingredients on Glucerna products. The amount of glycerine in Glucerna Snack Shakes is 3 grams, and this is included in the total carbohydrate grams claimed on the product label.
Glucerna Snack Shakes are gluten-free and lactose-free. No, Glucerna Snack Shakes are not designed to be used for tube feeding, nor as a sole source of nutrition. The 140-calorie, 8-fl-oz shakes are available in two classic flavors: Creamy Chocolate Delight and Homemade Vanilla. Glucerna Snack Shakes are sold in four-can packs with the suggested retail price of $5.99. Glucerna Snack Shakes can be found with other Glucerna products near the pharmacy section of retail stores throughout the country. Glucerna Snack Shakes can be used by children 9 years of age and older with the guidance of a pediatric health care professional. For children ages 4 to 8 years, Glucerna Snack Shakes should only be substituted occasionally into the meal plan by a health care professional (considering that one Glucerna Snack Shake provides half of the child's estimated daily protein need and has a nutrient profile designed for adults). Glucerna Snack Shakes should not be used in children younger than 4 years of age.
Children with diabetes typically have a meal plan that is developed and adjusted with the assistance of the child's health care team (often including a pediatric dietitian, nurse, endocrinologist, and pediatrician). The child may need to balance food and beverage intake, activity, and possibly insulin. The child and family learn a system for planning meals and snacks and for making substitutions. Glucerna Snack Shakes have not been studied in the pediatric age group. However, a school-aged child who likes Glucerna Snack Shakes may be able to substitute one occasionally in the meal plan with the initial assistance of a health care professional.
Glucerna Weight Loss Shakes have been discontinued due to lack of demand.
For an alternate source of nutrition, try the improved formulation of Glucerna Shake in the reclosable plastic bottles. Glucerna Shake still provides you with a portion- and calorie-controlled option, with the unique blend of slowly digested carbohydrates you found in Glucerna Weight Loss Shakes. This blend of carbohydrates is clinically shown to help minimize blood sugar spikes.
You also may try Glucerna Snack Shakes, a great-tasting source of nutrition designed to be used as a snack occasion within your diabetes management plan to help you manage your blood sugar and weight. Glucerna Snack Shakes contain fewer calories than Glucerna Shake.
Please work with your health care professional to determine how Glucerna Shake or Snack Shakes fit into your diabetes management plan.
One Glucerna Mini-Snack Bar (20 g) is a single serving. Glucerna Mini-Snack Bars are intended to be tasty, convenient between-meal snacks for use as part of a diabetes management plan. Consistent carbohydrate intake throughout the day is important for overall control of blood sugar levels. Snacking is a key part of achieving consistent carbohydrate intake, as well as maintaining good glycemic control throughout the day. Glucerna Mini-Snack Bars offer another option for people with diabetes to help manage their blood sugar at their snacking occasions. Glucerna Mini-Snack Bars contain blends of slowly digested carbohydrates with a balance of protein and fat. Glucerna Mini-Snack Bar usage depends on a person’s calorie needs and blood sugar management plan under the advisement of a health care professional. Glucerna Mini-Snack Bars are intended to be tasty, convenient between-meal snacks for use as part of a diabetes management plan. Consistent carbohydrate intake throughout the day is important for overall control of blood sugar levels. Snacking is a key part of achieving consistent carbohydrate intake, as well as maintaining good glycemic control throughout the day. See how the personalized meal plans on DiabetesControlForLife.com include scheduled snacks throughout the day. Glucerna Mini-Snack Bars contain gluten. See the ingredient listing on the individual bar wrapper and box for more detailed information. Glucerna Mini-Snack Bars are available in two tasty flavors: Chocolate Peanut and Oatmeal Raisin. They have a suggested retail price of $5.49 for an eight-bar box. Glucerna Mini-Snack Bars are designed to be consumed as a between-meal snack as part of a diabetes management plan. The Chocolate Peanut flavor provides 80 calories and Oatmeal Raisin provides 70 calories. They could be part of a meal or consumed with another Glucerna product, depending on a person’s calorie needs and blood sugar management plan. Glucerna Mini-Snack Bars can be used by people with type 1 and type 2 diabetes. We have not studied Glucerna Mini-Snack Bars in people with hypoglycemia. People with hypoglycemia often are told to eat a reduced-carbohydrate diet. The thought is that a load of carbohydrates will cause insulin to be secreted, which will result in a lowering of the blood sugar. It also is suggested that they eat several small meals/snacks per day, each meal/snack containing a small amount of carbohydrates and protein. Glucerna Mini-Snack Bars do contain carbohydrates and protein. Glucerna Mini-Snack Bars have been shown to produce a lower sugar response than a leading snack bar. Glucerna Mini-Snack Bars may be appropriate for people with hypoglycemia as a part of their overall diet, but not to treat a hypoglycemic episode (see below). Therefore, it is suggested that a health care professional provide guidance on how Glucerna Mini-Snack Bars can be incorporated into the meal plan.
Note: Glucerna Mini-Snack Bars should not be used to treat insulin reaction, diabetic shock, or insulin shock because they are not absorbed quickly enough to restore blood sugar to a normal level.
With the guidance of a pediatric health care professional, Glucerna Mini-Snack Bars can be used by children 4 years old or older. The nutritional profile of the bars was designed for adult needs, not the needs of children. Therefore, the nutrients provided must be taken into consideration within the meal plan. Glucerna Mini-Snack Bars should not be used in children younger than 4 years of age.
Children with diabetes typically have a meal plan that is developed and adjusted with the assistance of the child's health care team (often including a pediatric dietitian, nurse, endocrinologist, and pediatrician). The child may need to balance food and beverage intake, activity, and possibly insulin. The child and family learn a system for planning meals and snacks and for making substitutions. Glucerna Mini-Snack Bars have not been studied in the pediatric age group. However, a school-aged child who likes Glucerna Mini-Snack Bars may be able to incorporate them occasionally in the meal plan with the initial assistance of a health care professional.
Just like with any other food, a person with diabetes should check his or her blood sugar before and one to two hours after consuming Glucerna Mini-Snack Bars to determine the effect on blood sugar. This response should be taken into consideration with his or her diabetes medication plan. Yes, Glucerna Mini-Snack Bars contain 10 percent of the Daily Value of vitamin K, or 8 micrograms per 20-gram bar. Glucerna Chocolate Peanut Mini-Snack Bars contain milk, soy, wheat, and peanut ingredients and are manufactured in a facility that processes eggs and tree nuts. Glucerna Oatmeal Raisin Mini-Snack Bars contain milk and soy ingredients and are manufactured in a facility that processes eggs, peanuts, wheat, and tree nuts. Each Glucerna Mini-Snack Bar provides 1/2 carb choice or, if using the exchange system, each Glucerna Mini-Snack Bar provides 1/2 starch and 1/2 fat. | Chocolate Peanut | Oatmeal Raisin | | Nutrient | Amount | % DV | Amount | % DV | | Serving size | 20-g bar | | 20-g bar | | | Calories | 80 | - | 70 | - | | Total fat, g | 2.5 | 4% | 2 | 3% | | Saturated fat, g | 1 | 5% | 1 | 5% | | Trans fat, g | 0 | - | 0 | - | | Cholesterol, mg | 0 | 0% | 0 | 0% | | Sodium, mg | 60 | 3% | 30 | 1% | | Potassium, mg | 50 | 1% | 30 | 1% | | Total carbohydrates, g | 12 | 4% | 12 | 4% | | Dietary fiber, g | <1 | <4% | <1 | <4% | | Sugars, g | - | - | 5 | - | | Sugar alcohols, g | 3 | - | 2 | - | | Protein, g | 4 | 8% | 3 | 6% | | Vitamin A, IU | 500 | 10% | 500 | 10% | | Vitamin C, mg | 9 | 15% | 12 | 20% | | Calcium, mg | 100 | 10% | 100 | 10% | | Iron, mg | 1.1 | 6% | 1.8 | 10% | | Vitamin D, IU | 60 | 15% | 40 | 10% | | Vitamin E, IU | 4.5 | 15% | 3 | 10% | | Vitamin K, mcg | 8 | 10% | 8 | 10% | | Thiamin, mg | 0.15 | 10% | 0.15 | 10% | | Riboflavin, mg | 0.17 | 10% | 0.17 | 10% | | Niacin, mg | 2 | 10% | 2 | 10% | | Vitamin B6, mg | 0.2 | 10% | 0.2 | 10% | | Folate, mcg | 40 | 10% | 40 | 10% | | Vitamin B12, mcg | 0.5 | 8% | 0.6 | 10% | | Biotin, mcg | 30 | 10% | 30 | 10% | | Pantothenic acid, mg | 1 | 10% | 1 | 10% | | Phosphorus, mg | 100 | 10% | 100 | 10% | | Iodine, mcg | 15 | 10% | 15 | 10% | | Magnesium, mg | 30 | 8% | 30 | 8% | | Zinc, mg | 1.5 | 10% | 1.5 | 10% | | Selenium, mcg | 5.6 | 8% | 7 | 10% | | Copper, mg | 0.16 | 8% | 0.2 | 10% | | Manganese, mg | 0.3 | 15% | 0.2 | 10% | | Chromium, mcg | 18 | 15% | 12 | 10% | | Molybdenum, mcg | 11 | 15% | 7.2 | 10% | | Chloride, mg | 12 | <2% | 12 | <2% |
Please refer to product label for most current ingredient, allergen, and nutrient information.
The unique carbohydrate blend consists of maltodextrin, fructose, maltitol and/or lactitol, glycerine, and fiber to help manage blood sugar response. Fructose is part of the carbohydrate blend in Glucerna products that helps minimize blood sugar response. The postprandial (after consumption) blood sugar response to fructose is less than that of other sugars, such as comparable amounts of sucrose. The next time you purchase a Glucerna Snack Bar or Glucerna Bar, you'll want to take a look at the package it comes in, where you'll see the blood sugar response curve comparing
Glucerna Bars or Snack Bars to standard nutrition bars. | Glucerna Bar or Snack Bar | Amount | | Chocolate Caramel Snack Bar | 20 mg | | Caramel Nut Snack Bar | 250 mg | | Fudge Graham Snack Bar | 20 mg | | Chocolate Chunk Glucerna Bar | 350 mg | | Chocolate Peanut Glucerna Bar | 350 mg | | Oatmeal Raisin Glucerna Bar | 300 mg |
Freezing will not alter the nutrient composition of Glucerna Bars and Snack Bars. The coating of the bar may have a different appearance after it has been frozen. Be careful not to bite into a completely frozen bar because of the possibility of tooth damage. Glucerna Bars and Snack Bars have less than 5 mg of caffeine per bar. The amount of time for absorption is a very individualized matter and will vary among people. We do know that there will be a lower peak blood sugar response to the Glucerna Snack Bars than to a standard snack bar. This was found by completing a clinical study in which people with diabetes consumed the bars over a time period of 240 minutes. Click here to view a blood sugar response graph for Glucerna Snack Bars.There is less than 1 gram of lactose in all Glucerna Bars and Snack Bars, which may be appropriate for most individuals with lactose intolerance. Consumers should check with their doctor to confirm appropriateness of use based on their condition. Sugar content varies among snack and Glucerna bars. The value for sugar on the Nutrition Facts label is included along with fructose, maltodextrin, and honey in the total carbohydrate amount. The unique carbohydrate blends (including the sugars) in Glucerna Bars and Snack Bars are designed to produce a lower blood sugar response compared to a leading standard nutritional bar. Glucerna Bars and Snack Bars do not contain sucrose (which is what most people think of as sugar). Click here to view a blood sugar response graph for Glucerna Snack Bars.Chocolate Caramel Snack Bar = 150 calories per bar
Caramel Nut Snack Bar = 150 calories per bar
Fudge Graham Snack Bar = 150 calories per bar
Chocolate Chunk Glucerna Bar = 220 calories per bar
Chocolate Peanut Glucerna Bar = 220 calories per bar
Oatmeal Raisin Glucerna Bar = 220 calories per bar
Partially hydrogenated oils are used to provide stability (to keep solid form) to the coating on Glucerna Bars and Snack Bars. The trans fat content of all Glucerna Bars and Snack Bars is 0 grams. The Caramel Nut, Chocolate Caramel, and Fudge Graham Glucerna Snack Bars contain acesulfame potassium (Ace K). The Chocolate Chunk, Chocolate Peanut, and Oatmeal Raisin Glucerna Bars also contain acesulfame potassium. With the guidance of a pediatric health care professional, Glucerna Bars and Snack Bars can be used by children 4 years old or older. The nutritional profile of the bars was designed for adult needs, not the needs of children. Therefore, the nutrients provided must be taken into consideration within the meal plan. Glucerna Bars and Snack Bars should not be used in children younger than 4 years of age.
Children with diabetes typically have a meal plan that is developed and adjusted with the assistance of the child's health care team (often including a pediatric dietitian, nurse, endocrinologist, and pediatrician). The child may need to balance food and beverage intake, activity, and possibly insulin. The child and family learn a system for planning meals and snacks and for making substitutions. Glucerna Bars and Snack Bars have not been studied in the pediatric age group. However, a school-aged child who likes Glucerna Bars and Snack Bars may be able to incorporate them occasionally in the meal plan with the initial assistance of a health care professional.
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