Gluco-Science™ Supports Glucose Metabolism Glucose/ Carbohydrate Metabolism Gluco-Science supports glucose/carbohydrate metabolism with the nutrients chromium, magnesium, manganese, B-vitamins, and biotin. Chromium is a trace element that is believed to work closely with insulin to facilitate the uptake of glucose into cells. The formula also features herbs from several traditions, such as Gymnema sylvestre. Together these ingredients help maintain a healthy blood sugar level when used as part of your diet. American Ginseng, Bitter Melon, Blueberry, Fenugreek, Glutamine, Gymnema sylvestre, Maitake, Myricetin, Pterocarpus marsupium, Chromium, Magnesium, Manganese, Vitamins B-1, B-2, B-5, B-6, and B-12, Biotin, Inositol, Niacinamide Insulin/ Pancreatic Activity The hormone insulin is secreted by the beta cells of the pancreas in response to increased blood glucose levels after meals. Without insulin, glucose cannot enter the cells to provide fuel for cellular energy. Certain nutrients play supportive roles in these vital metabolic processes, including the mediation of insulin release and activity, and enhancing insulin sensitivity and uptake into the cells. N-acetyl-l-cysteine protects pancreatic beta cells from oxidative damage in animal studies.
Heart and Circulatory System Gluco-Science provides nutrients and herbs and antioxidants to support the cardiovascular system. Vitamin E supports a healthy lipid status, while myricetin has been shown in animal studies to influence triglyceride levels. Gymnema sylvestre and vitamin C are involved with lipid metabolism. Additional heart-healthy ingredients include CoQ10, garlic, fenugreek, and hawthorn.
Nervous System Free radicals affect the lipids and proteins in nerves as well as in other body systems. Therefore, antioxidants are important for the healthy functioning of the nervous system. Lipoic acid helps prevent lipid peroxidation, which can impact nerve function. Methylcobalamin, one of the active forms of vitamin B-12, supports the integrity of the central nervous system.
Vision The visual system is a specialized division of the nervous system. It, too, is vulnerable to the effects of free radicals. Gluco-Science provides antioxidants, nutrients and herbs with an affinity for eyes and the physiological processes involved in sight. Alpha-lipoic acid, quercetin, and vitamin C support healthy lens function. Bilberry has been shown to support microcirculation in animal studies. It is widely recognized for supporting vision.
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