Glucerna® 1.2 Cal, Specialized Nutrition for Enhanced Glycemic Control. For patients with type 1 or type 2 diabetes; with hyperglycemia/abnormal glucose tolerance resulting from metabolic stress, such as illness, trauma or infection. For tube or oral feeding, for supplemental or sole-source nutrition. Use under medical supervision. Features:
• GLUCERNA 1.2 CAL has been clinically shown to significantly reduce peak postprandial blood glucose response by 49 mg/dL (69%) and reduce glycemic variability versus a standard 1.2-Cal formulation in people with diabetes.1,2
• Caloric distribution - protein, 20%; fat, 45%; carbohydrate, 35%.
• 20% of calories from protein to promote anabolism and support wound healing.
• At 1.2 Cal/mL, patient needs can be met with less volume.
• Meets or exceeds 100% of the RDIs for 24 key vitamins and minerals in 1500 Cal (1250 mL).
• 4% of total calories from saturated fatty acids and rich in monounsaturated fatty acids (28% of total calories), consistent with the American Heart Association and American Diabetes Association guidelines.3
• Provides plant-based omega-3 fatty acids from canola oil (3 g of ALA per 1500 Cal) and the omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA (1 g per 1500 Cal) from fish oil consistent with American Heart Association reported levels to support cardiovascular health.4
• Slowly digested carbohydrate sources for enhanced glycemic response.
• Has chromium picolinate to help support glucose levels.
• Chromium from chromium picolinate to help the body's insulin work.
• Kosher.
• Halal.
• Gluten-free; suitable for lactose intolerance.
• Glucerna 1.2 Cal Ready-To-Hang / 1500-mL (1.6-QT) Bottle.