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Glucosmart takes a focused, single-ingredient approach, which some people prefer when they want to know exactly what they're taking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eGlucosmart vs. a women's multivitamin\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA women's multivitamin covers broad daily nutrition. Glucosmart is a targeted option focused specifically on glucose-metabolism support, so the two can serve different roles in a routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eGlucosmart vs. diet and lifestyle changes alone\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiet, activity, and practitioner-directed care are the foundation of managing blood sugar and PCOS. Glucosmart is meant to complement those efforts, not replace them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow To Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake Smart Solutions Glucosmart as directed on the product label or by your healthcare practitioner. If you are managing PCOS, blood sugar, or a hormonal concern, use it as a complement to — not a replacement for — the care and any medication your practitioner has prescribed. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, trying to conceive, or taking medication, talk to your healthcare practitioner before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Glucosmart do?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eGlucosmart is a supplement that supports healthy glucose metabolism and helps the body metabolize carbohydrates and fats. 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PCOS and blood sugar should be evaluated and monitored by a healthcare professional.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eCan I take it with my medication?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eIf you take medication for blood sugar, hormones, or any condition, talk to your healthcare practitioner before adding Glucosmart, so they can advise on what's right for you.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eCan I take it if I'm trying to conceive or pregnant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eIf you are trying to conceive, pregnant, or breastfeeding, check with your healthcare practitioner before use.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eHow do I take it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eGlucosmart comes in a 1-capsule serving and is available in 30- and 60-capsule sizes. 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ALA is a vitamin-like antioxidant with an unusual property: it's both fat- and water-soluble, so it can work throughout the body, and it helps regenerate other antioxidants like vitamins C and E and CoQ10. CanPrev also includes vitamin B1 (thiamine) and biotin in the formula, because high doses of ALA can compete with biotin for absorption and draw on thiamine — including them keeps the trio in balance. 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If you want the R-only form, that's a different product (this is the stable DL form).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVitamart's Take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCanPrev Alpha Lipoic Acid is a higher-strength antioxidant that works throughout the body. Because higher doses of ALA can run down two other nutrients — vitamin B1 and biotin — both are built right into the formula to keep everything in balance. Vegan and made in Canada.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow This ALA Compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003evs. R-Lipoic Acid\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe R form is the version the body makes; this is the stable DL form at a higher 600 mg dose. 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Many people take ALA away from meals; follow the label.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCaution:\u003c\/strong\u003e ALA may lower blood sugar — if you have diabetes or take blood-sugar medication, talk to your provider and monitor your levels. If pregnant or breastfeeding, check with your provider first.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eWhat is alpha-lipoic acid?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left: 25px; margin-top: 5px; padding-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eA vitamin-like antioxidant that's both fat- and water-soluble, and helps regenerate other antioxidants.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eWhy are B1 and biotin included?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left: 25px; margin-top: 5px; padding-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eHigh doses of ALA can compete with biotin and draw on thiamine, so CanPrev builds both in.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eDL-ALA vs R-ALA?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left: 25px; margin-top: 5px; padding-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eDL is the stable, well-studied mixed form; R is the body's own form, sold separately at lower doses.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eCan I take it with diabetes medication?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left: 25px; margin-top: 5px; padding-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eTalk to your provider first — ALA may lower blood sugar.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eIs it vegan?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left: 25px; margin-top: 5px; padding-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eYes — vegan, gluten-free, sugar-free, and non-GMO.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eIs it made in Canada?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left: 25px; margin-top: 5px; padding-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eYes.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/collections\/coq10\"\u003eCoQ10\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/collections\/vitamin-c-supplements\"\u003eVitamin C Supplements\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/collections\/magnesium\"\u003eMagnesium\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/collections\/antioxidants\"\u003eAntioxidant Supplements\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e💡 Subscribe \u0026amp; save for an extra discount on every order — never run out of your daily supplements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompare Similar Products\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/collections\/alpha-lipoic-acid\"\u003eAlpha Lipoic Acid Supplements\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/collections\/antioxidants\"\u003eAntioxidant Supplements\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/collections\/coq10\"\u003eCoQ10\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/collections\/blood-sugar-control\"\u003eBlood Sugar Control\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Vitamart\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVitamart.ca is Canada's vitamin specialist. We've been selling vitamins and supplements to Canadian families since 2005, shipping from our Ontario warehouse to every province. We believe in \u003cstrong\u003equality products you trust at prices you love\u003c\/strong\u003e — no fancy packaging markups, no pushy upsells, just the supplements you need at the lowest prices in Canada. 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The nutrients in Blood Sugar Balance fall into three related categories:\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\t\tSubstances found to exert an-insulin-like effect or increase insulin receptivity\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\t\tSupplements which assist in the proper function of the pancreas (responsible for insulin production)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\t\tNutraceuticals for neuropathy support to protect from free-radical damage to nerves resulting from unregulated blood sugar levels.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tBlood Sugar Balance aids in glucose metabolism and defends against the complications associated with diabetes (neuropathy, retinopathy, renal problems, high cholesterol and hypertension). Blood Sugar Balance represents the state of the art in natural blood glucose management.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThe rate of diabetes in Canada is estimated to be 5% of the population and rising. There is no question that lifestyle habits and our environment are to blame. Our food supply, laden with high glucose foods, contributes to the excessive stress we inflict on our pancreas in addition to other habits such as smoking and alcohol consumption.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tMany people do not realize they have diabetes nor do they seek medical advice until it has progressed to a serious stage. Early signs include frequent urination, excessive thirst, and excessive appetite. These symptoms should not be ignored. Genetic factors can play a major role in developing the disease, but as mentioned above, diet and lifestyle can also trigger actual development.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003e\r\n\tThere are two types of blood sugar imbalances. To regulate them, we must first understand the types and what causes them:\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003ch4\u003e\r\n\tLow Blood Sugar (also known as Hypoglycaemia)\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tHypoglycaemia exists when your blood is abnormally low in levels of glucose (sugar). The primary cause is a malfunctioning pancreas that is over producing insulin. Inadvertently, when the pancreas gland produces too much insulin, there are inadequate amounts of blood sugar, resulting in symptoms of fatigue, weight gain, and poor adrenal function.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch4\u003e\r\n\tHigh Blood Sugar (also known as Hyperglycaemia or Diabetes Mellitus)\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThis condition occurs when your blood is abnormally high in levels of glucose (sugar). Diabetes is caused by insufficient secretion of insulin by the pancreas. This is imperative because the utilization of glucose is regulated by insulin. Consequently, when the pancreas does not secrete enough insulin, there is too much blood sugar, resulting in symptoms of abnormal thirst, hunger, weakness, fatigue and frequent urination.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tBoth conditions can create serious health problems. Balancing your blood sugar is necessary to live a long healthy life. Blood Sugar Balance is a natural solution to regulating your blood sugar levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003e\r\n\tNew Roots Blood Sugar Balance contains the following synergistic herbs, micronutrients and nutraceuticals work together to effectively maintain optimal blood sugar levels.\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003ch4\u003e\r\n\tVanadyl Sulphate\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tStudies in animals with and without diabetes suggest that vanadium may have an insulin-like effect, reducing blood sugar levels. Based on these findings, preliminary studies involving humans have been conducted, with mostly promising results. However, no meaningful double blind placebo-controlled studies on vanadium, as a sole treatment for diabetes, have yet been reported.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tVanadyl sulphate is a mineral that is named after the Scandinavian goddess of beauty, youth, and lustre. Taking vanadium will not make you beautiful, youthful, and lustrous, but evidence from animal studies suggests it may be an essential micronutrient. That is, your body may need it, but in very low doses. Based on promising animal studies, high doses of vanadium have been tested as an aid to controlling blood sugar levels in people with diabetes. Like chromium, another trace mineral used for diabetics, vanadium has also been recommended as an aid in bodybuilding.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch4\u003e\r\n\tChromium Polynicotinate\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tIt is a simple mineral the body needs in very small amounts, yet chromium plays a significant role in human nutrition. Chromium's most important function in the body is to help regulate the amount of glucose (sugar) in the blood. Insulin plays a starring role in this fundamental biological process, by regulating the movement of glucose out of the blood and into cells. Scientists believe that insulin uses chromium as an assistant (technically, a cofactor) to \"unlock the door\" to the cell membrane, thus allowing glucose to enter the cell. In the past, it was believed that, to accomplish this, the body first converted chromium into a large chemical called glucose tolerance factor (GTF).\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch4\u003e\r\n\tCinnamon Extract 10%\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tHighly preliminary evidence also suggests that cinnamon might have potential benefits for allergies and diabetes.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch4\u003e\r\n\tFenugreek 50%\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tPresent interest in fenugreek focuses on its potential benefits for people with diabetes or high cholesterol. Numerous studies and preliminary trials in humans have found that fenugreek can reduce blood sugar and serum cholesterol levels in people with diabetes. Significantly, fenugreek can improve some measures of blood sugar control and insulin response as compared to a placebo. Triglyceride levels decreased and HDL (\"good\") cholesterol levels increased, presumably due to the enhanced insulin sensitivity.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch4\u003e\r\n\tGarlic 10,000 allicin\/gm\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tPreliminary evidence shows that garlic may help prevent atherosclerosis, the most common cause of heart attacks and strokes. Garlic preparations have been found to slow hardening of the arteries in animals, reducing the size of plaque deposits by nearly 50%.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch4\u003e\r\n\tGymnema sylvestre 25%\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tAlso called gurmar, it has a coincidental double relationship to sugar. When placed on the tongue, it blocks the sensation of sweetness, and when taken internally, it can help control blood sugar levels in people with diabetes.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch4\u003e\r\n\tBitter Melon 5%\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tBitter Melon is used therapeutically in Asia, Africa and India to treat the symptoms of diabetes especially late onset Diabetes Mellitus. It contains an insulin-like molecule known as plant insulin. This plant insulin resembles synthetic insulin in its structure and is used to regulate blood sugar levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch4\u003e\r\n\tBillberry Extract 25%\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tA double blind, placebo-controlled trial of bilberry extract in 14 people with diabetic retinopathy or hypertensive retinopathy (damage to the retina caused by diabetes or hypertension, respectively) found significant improvements in the treated group.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch4\u003e\r\n\tDragons Blood 5%\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tSourced from the Kino of the European pharmacopoeias. The gum-resin looks like dried blood (Dragon's blood), much used in Indian medicine. This herb has a long history of use in India as a treatment for diabetes. The flavonoid, epicatechin, extracted from the bark of this plant has been shown to prevent alloxan-induced beta cell damage in rats. Both epicatechin and a crude alcohol extract of Pterocarpus marsupium have actually been shown to regenerate functional pancreatic beta cells. No other drug or natural agent has been shown to generate this activity.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch4\u003e\r\n\tBhuiamla 5%\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tBhuiamla has been used in traditional medicine for over 2000 years for diabetes. Bhuiamla has been used to correct and restore liver functions, which are essential for glucose metabolism. It activates the liver for effective glucose utilization, thus helping maintain blood sugar levels. It stimulates the liver for process of glycogenesis (formation of glycogen from food), thereby helping regulate blood sugar levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch4\u003e\r\n\tHoly Basil 10%\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tPharmacological studies demonstrate that Basil seeds contain several bioflavonoidal \u0026amp; terpene principals which exert potent anti-stress, immuno-modulator as well as liver activating actions. This is highly beneficial for diabetics in regulating metabolism and relieving stress in stress induced diabetes.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch4\u003e\r\n\tIndian Gooseberry 20%\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tIn traditional medical systems, this herb is known to strengthen and improve the functioning of the pancreas in diabetics. It reduces the negative effects of free radicals, which are responsible for the damage to the insulin producing b-cells of the pancreas. Indian Gooseberry possesses significant immunomodulatory activity and also has established anti-oxidant properties. It is significantly important for the management of one of the serious complications of diabetes, namely hyperlipidaemia.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch4\u003e\r\n\tTinospora 10%\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tTinospora exerts an anti-hyperglycaemic \u0026amp; cholesterol regulating action. Treatment with Tinospora shows an improvement in glucose tolerance and an increase in plasma insulin levels. It also possesses immunomodulatory and anti-stress effects. Tinospora has been reported to stimulate the liver for the process of glycogenesis (formation of glycogen from food), thereby helping to regulate blood sugar levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch4\u003e\r\n\tBanaba 1%\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tBanaba (Lagerstroemia speciosa), long used in the Philippines as diabetes herbal medicine, is now gaining momentum and widespread acceptance, even in the western medical circles. Medical research and clinical trials performed on this miraculous herb not only in the Philippines but in other countries as well, have proven the age-old Filipino wisdom. Banaba possesses the powerful compound corosolic acid that lends itself to the treatment of diabetes.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch4\u003e\r\n\tGinkgo Biloba 24% 6%\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tGinkgo biloba extract may prove useful for prevention and treatment of early-stage diabetic neuropathy. Ginkgo may protect nerve damage resulting from poor circulation to the extremities that is common in diabetes sufferers. Other studies have shown that ginkgo may also help prevent diabetic retinopathy, an eye disease that can cause blindness.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch4\u003e\r\n\tGinger Root 5%\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tFull Spectrum Gingerols is derived from the tuberous rhizome (underground root) of the perennial plant Zingiber officinale. Ginger contains moderate amounts of protein, calcium, phosphorous, iron, sodium, potassium, and magnesium associated with the aid in digestion.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch4\u003e\r\n\tQuercetin\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tQuercetin blocks an enzyme that leads to accumulation of sorbitol, which has been linked to nerve, eye, and kidney damage in those with diabetes.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch4\u003e\r\n\tDandelion 3%\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tDandelion and inulin have demonstrated experimental hypoglycaemic activity. This may be due to the fact that inulin is composed of fructose chains which may act to buffer blood glucose levels, thus preventing sudden and severe fluctuations. Dandelion may intensify the blood sugar-lowering effect of the diabetes drug, glipizide. It contains inulin, a natural fructose that helps diabetics lower their blood sugar.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch4\u003e\r\n\tGrapeseed Extract 95%\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tProanthocyanidins concentrate in the linings of microscopic blood vessels in the eye. Cellular debris and inflammation easily blocks these delicate blood conduits and sensitive to injury from diabetes. As long as the right level of permeability is maintained, however, no damage occurs to the retina.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch4\u003e\r\n\tAlpha Lipoic Acid\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tAlpha-lipoic acid is used to counter nerve damage in people with diabetes (types I and II). 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We have taken 6 carbohydrates, all with much, much higher complexity than a sugar and then provided a range of complexity, not unlike what you would find in food like rolled, cooked oats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eTHE DEGREE OF COMPLEXITY OF CARBOHYDRATES INDICATES THE LENGTH OF THE CHAIN OF GLUCOSE MOLECULES\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThe degree of complexity of carbohydrates indicates the length of the chain of glucose molecules; at the very low end you have monosaccharides, only a single glucose molecule such as dextrose or fructose. The larger the chain gets, the longer it takes enzymes to break down the links that bind them together. This is where the glycemic index (GI) comes from; the highest numbers come from the simplest, shortest chains because they are absorbed extremely quickly and the most complex and longest chains are the lowest numbers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThis is due to the time required to allow the alpha-amylase enzyme to break down the long chain polysaccharides into single glucose, galactose or fructose molecules that can then be absorbed. It is a common myth that these larger chain polysaccharides can be directly absorbed, they cannot. The human digestive tract only absorbs simple sugar molecules. Since these very large chains require such a large amount of digestion, they absorb over a longer period of time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eDon’t be afraid of the big bad carbs!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eOne of the common reasons people avoid carbs like a mutated strain of the bubonic plague is that they’ve bought into the hype that carbs make you fat. Hopefully, you’re past that, but it’s worth getting into. You know who doesn’t avoid carbs? Every top level Bodybuilder, Top coaches and trainers, Elite MMA athletes, Endurance athletes and the list goes on.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe key distinction here of those who should and should not consume carbs is one of who does and who does not have control of their diet. If you are consistently consuming simple sugars, eating over-sized meals and not expending sufficient energy with some form of training, carbs are not for you!\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eOn the other hand, if you do have a degree of control over your diet and you are training with sufficient intensity; then carbs are not only a good idea, they are a MUST!\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e…CARBS ARE NOT ONLY A GOOD IDEA, THEY ARE A MUST!\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eOne of the effects that frequent training has on the body is an increased number of insulin receptors on muscle tissue and an increase in their sensitivity. This is your body’s way of Nutrient Partitioning; that is, shuttling nutrients to active muscles and away from fat stores.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eHard working muscles morph their physiology to consume more energy in the form of glucose (blood sugar). Limiting calories stunts this process. On the flip side, increasing the consumption of well-timed carbohydrates, protein and essential fatty acids will not only increase the proliferation of insulin receptors, but also increase your metabolism.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003ePut simply, training hard increases your ability to uptake larger amounts of nutrients like glucose out of the blood plasma. In essence, like a sponge, muscles that are routinely trained hard increase the amount of energy the can and will consume. Contrast this with a couch potato whose receptors decrease in number and sensitivity. Any additional nutrients beyond their already full glycogen stores will shunt to fat storage.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe moral of this story is, if you train hard and you eat right, make absolutely sure that you are providing your body with the highest quality carbs. Starving muscle tissue that is primed by training to take up glucose in abundance will hurt your training and lower your basal metabolic rate.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGet there FIRST!\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eOne of the things you’ll hear from others is that a higher molecular weight carb like Waxy Maize, DE-5 or CCD is “faster” than other carbs. Don’t mistake this for saying that these highly-branched complex carbs absorb more quickly than glucose (dextrose), they simply do not. Here’s where things get really interesting, sugar does not absorb in the stomach.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe stomach doesn’t “empty” into the Small Intestine until after the material in question has reached specific pH and Osmolality. This is where High Molecular Weight (HMW) carbs really win. With a near Bio-Identical pH and an extremely low Osmolality, the HMW really has a huge advantage.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWith Glucose, Dextrose or any really simple sugar, the stomach shuts the door and makes it wait for 20 to 45 minutes before absorption can begin. This is why sugary drinks can make you feel bloated and can result in cramping. There is simply too much material hanging around in your stomach for far too long.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eTHIS PROVIDES THE PERFECT COMBINATION OF RAPID DELIVERY TO THE IDEAL LOCATION FOR ABSORPTION WITH A SUSTAINED RATE OF DELIVERY…\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWith HMW carbs (Waxy Maize, CCD, DE-5, Rice and Potato starch) the stomach speeds it through to the upper part of the small intestine very quickly. Then the pancreas releases Alpha-Amylase to break the bonds holding each of the molecules together. This provides the perfect combination of rapid delivery to the ideal location for absorption with a sustained rate of delivery; literally before dextrose even gets to the party!\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWe’ve already established some of the severe negatives of a rapid flood of glucose into the blood stream. The big issue with dextrose (glucose) is that once it reaches the upper part of the small intestine (even though it is much slower than CARBION+) dextrose arrives ALL AT ONCE and in a form that is immediately absorbed. Unlike the highly-branched complex carbs that need to be broken down into smaller and smaller units before absorption can take place, the dextrose is pretty much immediate.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe result is a dangerous spike in blood sugar, a rapid flood of insulin often followed by a state of hypoglycemia.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow complex is your Carb?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe problem with many of the so-called carb drinks on the market today is that they disclose very little about what they are. They often claim things like “enzyme milling”, or “degree of hydrolyzation (DH)”.  Officially, a carb product is only required to be one step away from a sugar to be declared a starch, and thus “sugar-free”.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eSo if this “enzyme reduction” process takes the product to a level just barely out of the range of officially being declared a starch, then you might as well take Dextrose and save yourself some money. If it mixes like sugar, and tastes like sugar and you perceive absolutely no grittiness at all, you’re likely dealing with a very sugar-like, low molecular weight starch.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Oats | Allmax CARBION+ Connection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWhat about a really complex carbohydrate, something like intact (whole) oats? Cooked oats are a long-time favorite addition to just about any healthy diet. As great as they are, due to their very long time to digest, in order to make them an effective workout supplement you need to be a bit of a master of timing.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe oats most people know and consume are quite far from their original state by the time they reach your bowl. They are rolled (crushed from their previous form of a whole grain), most often thrashed to further breakdown the fibrous nature of the oat to expedite cooking, hence the 3-minute “quick oats”.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eEvery step in the process reduces the level of carbohydrate complexity within Oats.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThen of course, we add water and cook it. All very normal, but what we need to understand is that all these steps of processing reduce the complexity of the carbohydrate.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eOATS ARE A VALUABLE ENERGY SOURCE PARTLY BECAUSE THEY VARY IN CARB COMPLEXITY\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWhat you end up with is a great carbohydrate that has a mix of some fiber, some larger (complex) carbohydrates and then varying degrees of carb complexity. Cooked oats are an excellent source of energy that provides a sustained source of energy that does not heavily strain the body by forcing large amounts of insulin to deal with overwhelming floods of blood sugar.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHydration from the common Oat?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eOne of the lesser known aspects of oats that it too has a nice complement of electrolytes including fairly high levels of Potassium, Magnesium and Calcium some Sodium (only 3%, this is one of the reasons most oats calls for a dash of salt). CARBION+ has added Potassium, Magnesium, Calcium and Sodium as well.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Cinnamon Effect\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eOne of the most common condiments for a nice bowl of oats is of course, Cinnamon. Cinnamon tastes great, and that’s about as far as most people take that logic. One of the effects of Cinnamon is that it is also an insulogenic. So, your not-so-common Cinnamon condiment is actually helping you to more efficiently uptake and absorb your oatmeal.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eAllmax CARBION+ mimics this effect with the Advanced Carb Utilization Complex. Insulin receptors are the gateway to the cell. Nutrients that you digest and get into your blood stream can only get into target cells once the insulin receptor is activated. Activation has to reach a threshold (a level at which it “turns on”); this level is reduced by certain substances. In essence, these Insulogenics increase their sensitivity.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eOats do however have drawbacks; they are relatively difficult to prepare, are difficult to consume at the ideal time for optimal workout performance, people who have gluten sensitivities cannot take them and they are certainly not convenient to consume in the middle or even right after training. However, the core function of a rolled, cooked oat, long revered as one of the staples of exceptional nutrition, is something that we took inspiration from for Allmax CARBION+.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow do you take Allmax CARBION+?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eAs the label indicates you can take Allmax CARBION+ Pre, During and Post Training. Clearly each timing has its benefits.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003ePRE-TRAINING\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eIf you are taking it Pre-Training the main goal is to LOAD UP and fill your muscles full of glycogen for maximal performance. This should really only be done when you have depleted your glycogen. So, in the case where you are Cycling your carbs by taking them only around training time and eliminating them outside of training, you would eat few, or no carbs and focus on fats and proteins. Approximately 45 to 60 minutes before training, take 2 servings. You would also take an additional 2 servings following training.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eDURNING TRAINING\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eCARBION+ is most commonly taken during intense training. Mix prior to your workout or event and start consuming 2 servings 15 to 20 minutes into your session. You will initially begin your training by tapping into your existing glycogen stores and as CARBION+ absorbs and begins working your body will naturally shift to its most preferred and efficient fuel; glucose. This will effectively power your training, spare glycogen, blunt catabolism and power your recovery.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003ePOST-TRAINING\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eTaking CARBION+ immediately following your event or training is an excellent way to fuel recovery and replenish glycogen stores. This can be combined with CARBION+ taken during training if you have an exceptionally long training session or event. Your level of fatigue should be your guide.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy not just take Dextrose instead of Allmax Carbion?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eIf your goal is spiking your insulin to maximum levels, Dextrose is your best and cheapest bet. While there are distinct benefits to having a lot of insulin, the negatives outweigh the positives. Your blood sugar level will escalate very rapidly and the body responds with a large amount of insulin. This will bring you from a very high level of blood sugar to a very low, often hypoglycemic level very rapidly – meaning your blood sugar levels will drop. This will give you the urge to quickly ingest more (usually simple carbs) to relieve the feelings of weakness and lethargy.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eLEFT UNCHECKED, THIS EVENTUALLY TURNS … TYPE II DIABETES …\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eDoing this repeatedly slowly reduces the effectiveness (degree of sensitivity) of the insulin receptor. In essence, it becomes desensitized to the overabundance of sugar in the blood stream. The result is that the pancreas needs to pump out more and more insulin to achieve the same result. Left unchecked, this eventually turns into what they call Metabolic Syndrome and then type II diabetes barring any intervention.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eAside from the health risks, the training and competition performance of dextrose (glucose) is very poor. 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The herbs in Himalaya Glucocare have been clincially proven to support normal pancreatic cell function, making it an ideal supplement for those concerned with maintaining optimum blood sugar balancing.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\t\t Helps support normal blood sugar levels when taken as part of a normal diet\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\t\tActs as an aid for healthy functioning pancreatic cells\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\t\tSupports normal triglycerides and cholesterol levels\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\t\tHelps support normal fat and carbohydrate metabolism\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\t\tGlucoCare has been subjected to clinical toxicity\/safety studies and trials\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003ch2\u003e\r\n\tHimalaya Herbal Glucocare Ingredients\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tGlucoCare is proprietary herbal formula comprised of well-known and researched Ayurvedic herbs. This formula as a dietary supplement supports normal blood sugar levels. GlucoCare contains Bitter Melon which has the nutrient polypeptide-p that exhibits insulin-like activity. GlucoCare contains Gymnemic acid from Gymnema that blocks the taste of sugar. GlucoCare contains Indian Kino Tree which has flavonoids that inhibit glucose absorption in the intestines.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003e\r\n\tGuggul\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tGuggulipids are a remedy that has been used in Ayurvedic medicine for centuries. In India they are now considered a lipid- lowering drug. Another traditional use for guggulipids is as an anti-inflammatory agent. Guggul extracts work most effectively on types of high cholesterol where there is too much of the harmful cholesterol, called LDL, VLDL and triglycerides. They do not raise levels of beneficial, HDL, cholesterol. The mechanism by which guggulipids alter cholesterol is four-fold. Firstly they block the production of cholesterol by the liver.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tSecondly they increase the excretion of cholesterol through the bile. Thirdly they increase the uptake of LDL by the liver. Lastly they increase thyroid activity, thus stimulating the metabolism of LDL cholesterol. Guggul extracts have been shown to decrease the severity and formation of cholesterol plaques. Guggulipid also protects the body by neutralizing harmful free radicals.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tGuggulipids supplements are found as encapsulated herb or liquid extracts. Guggulipids products should be standardized as an assurance of the amount of guggulsterones they contain. Guggulipids can be found in combination products for cholesterol control.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tGuggulipids should not be used in pregnancy, during lactation or by individuals with thyroid disease, active bleeding, or blood disorders. Guggulipids should not be used with blood thinning medications, NSAIDs or aspirin and should be discontinued 2 weeks prior to surgery or dental work. Guggulipids can alter the metabolism of drugs that are metabolized in the liver such as anti-hypertensives, beta-blockers and calcium channel blockers. Guggulipid consumption can cause gastrointestinal upset in sensitive individuals.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003e\r\n\tGymnema\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tGymnema sylvestre is a slow growing perennial climber out of central India. It is Ayurvedic herb used for centuries to promote blood sugar regulation and now a well-known and commonly used natural remedy for individuals with both type I and type II Diabetes.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tIt is believed that Gymnema exerts its sugar regulating effects by blocking the absorption of glucose within the intestine, preventing it from getting into the blood stream. Gymnemic acids, which are considered the active component of Gymnema, compete with sugar at receptor sites, decreasing the amount of glucose that can bind and that is ultimately absorbed. This also serves to prevent the post meal spike in blood sugar that can be damaging for pre-diabetics and diabetics alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tType I Diabetes, once referred to as Juvenile Onset Diabetes, has a different pathophysiology and is often much more difficult to treat by natural means. Studies have found that gymnema can reduce the amount of insulin required by these individuals, as well as significantly lower serum lipids levels (often found to be high in Type I sufferers). It is possible that the herb may even act to repair the beta cells of the pancreas to a certain degree, causing these cells to begin producing their own insulin.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tGymnema is also included in many weight loss combinations, as it is said to decrease the sweet taste of sugar, and therefore decrease cravings for sweet (and maybe not so easy on the waistline) treats. It does this by blocking the glucose receptors on the tongue, similar to its effects in the gut. It has also been used for allergies, anemia, indigestion and hyperactivity, although much less widely studied for these purposes.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tGymnema can be found in liquid (tincture) form, capsule, or often combined with other herbs and anti-oxidants specific to blood sugar regulation and prevention of systemic effects of dysglycemia. Gymnema is recommended at a dose of 400-800 mg\/day.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThere are no known safety or toxicity issues with the use of gymnema. It may be wise to closely monitor your blood sugar levels when initiating treatment with gymnema, especially if already taking pharmaceutical medication aimed at lowering blood sugar, to avoid a state of hypoglycemia.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003e\r\n\tBitter Melon\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThe fruit of the bitter melon is a common food item in tropical regions. Medicinally it has traditional usages for infections and diabetes. In the Western world, bitter melon is known as a hypoglycemic agent. This means that it has the ability to lower blood sugar, thus reducing the damaging effect of excess sugar that characterizes the condition diabetes.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThis effect is thought to occur due to a combination of chemicals in bitter melon, rather than one constituent. In other studies, two proteins, contained in the fruit of biter melon, have been shown to have antiviral activity against HIV. However, this has yet to be proven in clinical trials.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tBitter melon juice is difficult to find in North America. Most supplements are made from encapsulated dried fruit. Be sure to purchase a product that has been standardized to the triterpene content. This is an assurance that the product contains bitter melon and has some active properties.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tBitter melon juice may cause miscarriage and should not be used in pregnancy. 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