GLUCERNA 1.5 CAL

Specialized high-calorie nutrition with a unique carbohydrate blend for enhanced glycemic control.* GLUCERNA 1.5 CAL is a calorically dense formula that has CarbSteady, a unique blend of carbohydrates, including slowly digestible carbohydrate clinically shown to help minimize blood glucose response. For patients with type 1 or type 2 diabetes. For patients with hyperglycemia/abnormal glucose tolerance resulting from metabolic stress, such as illness, trauma, and infection. For tube or oral feeding. For supplemental or sole-source nutrition. Use under medical supervision.

• GLUCERNA 1.5 CAL contains a unique slowly digested carbohydrate blend clinically shown to blunt postprandial glycemic response and improve glycemic variability.
• At 1.5 Cal/mL, patient needs can be met with less volume.
• 22% of calories from protein to promote anabolism and support wound healing.
• Includes 10 g/L of NutraFlora scFOS (2.4 g/8 fl oz).
• 3% of total calories from saturated fatty acids and rich in monounsaturated fatty acids and polyunsaturated fatty acids, consistent with the American -Heart Association and American Diabetes Association guidelines.
• Provides plant-based omega-3 fatty acids from canola oil (3 g of ALA per 1500 Cal), to support cardiovascular health.
• Chromium picolinate, a more bioavailable form of chromium. Chromium is an essential nutrient important for carbohydrate metabolism.
• 1500 Cal provide at least 100% of the DVs for 24 key vitamins and minerals.
• Halal.
• Kosher.
• Gluten-free.
• Suitable for lactose intolerance.