How is BOOST GLUCOSE CONTROL® different than Glucerna® Shake?
ANSWER: BOOST GLUCOSE CONTROL® is lower in carbohydrate, including sugars, and higher in protein, giving it a nutrient profile that is unique and different from Glucerna® Shake.
Glucerna® Shake does not contain added L-arginine, whereas BOOST Glucose Control does. L-arginine can help play a role in the dietary management of diabetes. (Floyd et al., 1966 J Clin Invest; van Loon et al., 2000 Am J Clin Nutr; Falk et al., 2007 JPEN)
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How is BOOST GLUCOSE CONTROL® different than Enterex® Diabetic?
ANSWER: BOOST GLUCOSE CONTROL® has a different ratio of macronutrients, lower in carbohydrate and higher in protein than Enterex® Diabetic.
Enterex® Diabetic does not contain added L-arginine.
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How is BOOST GLUCOSE CONTROL® different than the rest of the BOOST nutritional supplement line?
ANSWER: BOOST GLUCOSE CONTROL® is formulated specifically to address the nutritional needs of a person with diabetes. It is lower in carbohydrate and has a unique ratio of protein, carbohydrate and fat to nutritionally help diabetic individuals maintain stable dietary blood glucose levels.
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Why should I drink BOOST GLUCOSE CONTROL®?
ANSWER: The goal of good diabetes management is maintaining normal blood glucose levels, which may include a combination of medication and dietary management. BOOST GLUCOSE CONTROL® can be included in a healthy meal plan that can assist you in maintaining optimal blood glucose levels through dietary management.
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How should I drink BOOST GLUCOSE CONTROL®?
ANSWER: BOOST GLUCOSE CONTROL® tastes best and is most satisfying if consumed when it is chilled. Shake well before drinking. Refrigerate after opening, and use within 48 hours.
Remember BOOST GLUCOSE CONTROL® is a snack or a mini-meal. If you are sensitive to larger volumes of food, consume BOOST GLUCOSE CONTROL® slowly for GI (stomach) tolerance.
Remember BOOST GLUCOSE CONTROL® is a snack or a mini-meal. If you are sensitive to larger volumes of food, consume BOOST GLUCOSE CONTROL® slowly for GI (stomach) tolerance.
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How is it best to serve the product?
ANSWER: The product is best served chilled. Shake well before drinking. Refrigerate after opening, and use within 48 hours. BOOST GLUCOSE CONTROL® may also be used as an ingredient (such as milk) in recipes: desserts, fruit smoothies, shakes, baked goods such as muffins as well as in breakfast foods like oatmeal and pancakes.
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Can I / Should I take this product if my blood sugar is already high? What will happen?
ANSWER: You should always follow the guidelines for times of hyperglycemia (high blood sugar) as outlined by your health care professionals. Generally, the treatment for hyperglycemia involves adjusting oral medications or insulin vs. diet. This means that you should not change from your dietary plan as you treat the high blood sugar. If your blood sugar is routinely high, you should contact your health care professional for assistance with adjusting your medications and meal plan. Only your health care professionals who help you manage your diabetes can determine what is best for you.
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Can I / Should I take this product if my blood sugar is low? What will happen?
ANSWER: You should always follow the advice for hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) as outlined by your health care professionals. If your blood sugar is at a level that needs to be raised quickly it is best to use glucose tablets or a fruit juice that will get the glucose into your bloodstream much more rapidly. Once your blood sugar is back to a normal level; you may resume taking the BOOST GLUCOSE CONTROL® as part of a meal plan to maintain optimal blood glucose levels. Only your health care professionals who help you manage your diabetes can determine what is best for you.
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Can I drink BOOST GLUCOSE CONTROL® if I am pregnant?
ANSWER: BOOST GLUCOSE CONTROL® may be a very good choice for getting the additional calories needed during pregnancy, especially when with nausea impact eating regular meals. As with any new routine during pregnancy, we suggest you ask your physician if drinking BOOST GLUCOSE CONTROL® fits in with your pregnancy care plan.
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This product is an excellent source of protein. How much protein do I need?
ANSWER: People have different protein needs depending on size, gender and medical conditions. It has been shown that in individuals with type 2 diabetes poor glucose control can contribute to an increased breakdown of body protein, suggesting an increased need for dietary protein. Your health care professionals can help you to manage your diabetes by giving you guidelines regarding how much protein is healthy for you.
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Can I get too much protein?
ANSWER: Yes, an individual can consume too much protein. One concern with an increased intake of protein is that as protein intake increases, fat intake may also increase. In the US, the usual dietary protein intake is between 15-20% of total calories. Intake of dietary protein in the usual range does not appear to be associated with the development of kidney disease. BOOST GLUCOSE CONTROL® contains 16 g protein per serving and can be incorporated into a healthy meal plan.
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What is an appropriate amount of Sugars, Carbohydrate, Fat and Protein for a day?
ANSWER: While there are various meal plan recommendations from groups such as the American Diabetes Association, American Dietetic Association and Joslin Diabetes Center only you and your health care team can determine what is best for you. BOOST GLUCOSE CONTROL® provides 16 grams of slow-digesting carbohydrate, 7 grams of "healthy" fat and 16 grams of protein per serving. This can be incorporated into daily meal and snack plans in order to optimize your diabetes management.
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Why as a diabetic do I need fiber in my diet?
ANSWER: For many individuals with diabetes, fiber in the diet can help to delay digestion, which helps to minimize the spike in post meal blood glucose levels. In addition, the normal functioning of the intestinal tract depends on eating enough fiber each day. Without enough fiber, bowel regularity may be affected leading to constipation as well as other digestive tract problems.
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How much fiber is needed?
ANSWER: The American Dietetic Association recommends 25 grams of dietary fiber per day, however most Americans only consume about 15 grams per day. BOOST GLUCOSE CONTROL® contains 3 grams of dietary fiber per 8 fluid ounce serving, which is 12% of the recommended daily value (based on a 2000 calorie diet.)
Increasing your fiber intake to recommended 25 grams might help optimize digestive system health and bowel regularity. If you are trying to increase your fiber intake BOOST GLUCOSE CONTROL® is a good place to begin adding more. If you are not accustomed to fiber in your diet it might take you awhile to get used to eating more fiber. Begin by consuming BOOST GLUCOSE CONTROL® slowly for GI tolerance and to minimize gas or bloating. As fiber is consumed on a regular basis, the stomach becomes accustomed to the higher fiber on the diet.
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What is Glycemic Index?
ANSWER: Glycemic Index (GI) is a numerical system for measuring the rise in circulating blood glucose levels after eating a known amount of carbohydrate (CHO) compared to a standard (glucose). The higher the number, the greater the blood sugar rise the food is expected to cause.
The GI classification of foods, according to the World Health Organization, is as follows:
| GI less than 55 |
Low |
| GI 56-69 |
Moderate |
| GI 70 or over |
High |
BOOST GLUCOSE CONTROL® has a Glycemic Index of 28, and is considered LOW.
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What is Glycemic Load?
ANSWER: Glycemic Load (GL) is a measure of the impact of carbohydrate consumption from a single serving of a food based on its GI. The higher the number, the greater the blood sugar rise the food is expected to cause. The GL classification of foods is as follows:
| GL less than 10 |
Low |
| GL 11-19 |
Moderate |
| GL 20 or over |
High |
BOOST GLUCOSE CONTROL® has a Glycemic Load of 3, and is considered LOW.
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Can I drink BOOST GLUCOSE CONTROL® if I am following a low sodium diet?
ANSWER: BOOST GLUCOSE CONTROL® contains 250 mg of sodium per serving. Most low sodium diets strive to keep daily sodium intake below 4000 mg each day.
By knowing how much sodium in BOOST GLUCOSE CONTROL® that you drink and managing sodium from other sources in your diet, BOOST GLUCOSE CONTROL® can be a part of your daily meal plan. You may want to discuss including BOOST GLUCOSE CONTROL® in your low sodium diet with your physician or dietitian.
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Can I drink BOOST GLUCOSE CONTROL® if I am following a low fat diet?
ANSWER: BOOST GLUCOSE CONTROL® contains 7 grams of fat per serving. Most low fat diets strive to keep daily fat intake at or below 30% of the calories planned for each day. It is also important to limit saturated fats and trans fats in the diet. BOOST Products are low in saturated fats, do not contain trans fats and contain less than 10 mg of cholesterol per serving.
By knowing how much fat in BOOST GLUCOSE CONTROL® that you drink and managing fat intake from other sources in your diet, BOOST GLUCOSE CONTROL® can be a part of your daily meal plan. You may want to discuss including BOOST GLUCOSE CONTROL® in your low fat diet with your physician or dietitian.
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What is tapioca dextrin?
ANSWER: Tapioca dextrin is one of the carbohydrate sources in BOOST GLUCOSE CONTROL®. Tapioca dextrin is produced by the breakdown of tapioca starch. Tapioca starch is obtained from the root of the cassava plant. Tapioca dextrin is used in BOOST GLUCOSE CONTROL® because of its beneficial effects on blood glucose responses by being more slowly digested than simple sugars.
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Why is fructose one of the carbohydrate sources and how will it affect blood sugar levels?
ANSWER: Fructose has been shown to significantly reduce the rise in blood sugar levels after a meal compared to sucrose. Fructose does not raise blood glucose levels more than diets containing complex carbohydrates. (Hig don, J. Chromium, 2003)
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What is Sucralose?
ANSWER: Sucralose, also known as Splenda®, is a low-calorie sweetener that is made from sugar. For the same amount, it is approximately 600 times sweeter than sugar, but does not provide calories because it is not absorbed. Sucralose is highly stable under a wide variety of cooking conditions. Sucralose can be used virtually anywhere that sugar can, including cooking and baking, without losing any of its sugar-like sweetness. Sucralose is approved in over 25 countries around the world for use in food and beverages.
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How is Arginine beneficial for individuals with diabetes?
ANSWER: Protein is made up of amino acids and arginine is an amino acid. Arginine has been shown to increase insulin sensitivity, stimulate insulin secretion, and improve blood glucose control in individuals with diabetes. It has also been reported to reduce oxidative stress and tissue damage. Arginine also regulates many of the body's functions that are critical for wound repair and helps to lower the risk of infectious complications of wounds. (Corio et al., 1997 Clin Endocrinology; Piatti et al., 2001 Diabetes Care; Sign et al., 2000 Am J Hyperten; Gannon et al., 2002 Am J Clin Nutr).
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What is the Benefiber® Fiber Supplement contained in BOOST GLUCOSE CONTROL®?
ANSWER: Benefiber is a soluble dietary fiber made from partially hydrolyzed guar gum, which is a fiber that comes from the seed of the cluster bean. It is 100% natural. Benefiber does not impact the flavor, color, texture or aroma of the products to which it is added. It is a terrific way to add fiber to a diet.
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What is the difference between Soluble and Insoluble Fiber?
ANSWER: Soluble fiber tends to hold water and slows the rate of passage through the stomach and intestines. It is not digestible, but it is fermentable. Examples are oat bran, pectin (fruits and vegetables) and cellulose. Insoluble fiber has poor water-holding capability and does not dissolve readily in water. It adds bulk to digested foods and speeds their passage through the stomach and intestines. It is neither digestible nor fermentable Examples are wheat bran, whole grains, dried beans, vegetables and nuts.
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What is guar gum?
ANSWER: Guar gum is a water soluble carbohydrate derived from the seed of the cluster bean.
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What does partially hydrolyzed mean?
ANSWER: It is a controlled process that breaks down guar gum into smaller units.
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What is Inulin?
ANSWER: Inulin is a type of soluble plant fiber that comes from the chicory root. It is a prebiotic fiber that stimulates fermentation of healthy bacteria in the gut.
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How much fiber does BOOST GLUCOSE CONTROL® contain?
ANSWER: 3 grams of dietary fiber per 8 fluid ounce serving, which is 12% of the recommended daily value (based on a 2000 calorie diet).
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