AI overview
AI generated. Not medical advice.What it's for
Glucose balance support; Carbohydrate metabolism; General mineral support
Who it may fit
Adults who want plant-based support for everyday glucose balance and those seeking a simple capsule taken with meals.
Key actives per serving
- Bitter Melon Fruit Extract: 1 g
- Calcium (as dibasic calcium phosphate): 44 mg (3% DV)
How to take
Take 2 capsules twice daily with meals; taking with food may improve tolerance of bitter melon extracts.
Diet / Allergen fit
Contains no yeast, dairy, egg, gluten, soy, or wheat. Contains no preservatives or artificial color, flavor, or fragrance.
Ingredients explained
Bitter Melon Fruit Extract
Compounds like charantin and polypeptide-p may support glucose handling by influencing cellular uptake of glucose and modulating carbohydrate metabolism enzymes.
Caution: May affect blood sugar; monitor how you feel and use caution if you manage glucose with diet or medications.
Calcium (as dibasic calcium phosphate)
Provides calcium ions that contribute to normal muscle function, nerve signaling, and cellular activities.
Caution: Total daily calcium intake from all sources matters; high intakes may cause digestive discomfort in some people.
How they work together
Bitter melon extract focuses on glucose metabolism pathways, while calcium supports general cellular and neuromuscular function that underpins daily energy use. Together they cover metabolic handling of carbohydrates alongside basic mineral support.
Safety and tips
Label Warning: If you are pregnant, may become pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking any prescription drugs, consult a healthcare professional before use.
Who should be cautious: People monitoring blood sugar or using medications that affect blood sugar may want to discuss use with a healthcare provider. Those with calcium-restricted diets may consider the added calcium content.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place.
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Cinnamon may support healthy blood sugar levels, offering a complementary approach alongside Bitter Melon's potential benefits.
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Overview
- Dietary Supplement
- Glucose Balance Support
Throughout the tropics, this bitter fruit is renowned for its health benefits. Long a mainstay of traditional Chinese herbalism and Ayurveda, modern studies show that bitter melon helps support healthy blood sugar levels already within a normal range and promotes healthy glucose metabolism.
Specifications
- First available: 09/2024
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Shipping weight:
0.13 kg
- Product code: SNS-02482
- UPC: 021078024828
- Package quantity: 120 count
- Dimensions: 11.6 x 6.4 x 6.2 cm , 0.13 kg
Suggested use
2 capsules twice daily with meals.
Other ingredients
Gelatin (capsule), dibasic calcium phosphate, silica, maltodextrin, and magnesium stearate.
Contains no yeast, dairy, egg, gluten, soy or wheat. Contains no preservatives, or artificial color, flavor or fragrance.
Warnings
If you are pregnant, may become pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking any prescription drugs, consult your health care professional before using this product.
Store in a cool, dry place.
Do not use if either tamper-evident seal is broken or missing. Keep out of the reach of children.
Disclaimer
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| Supplement facts | ||
| Serving Size: 2 Capsules | ||
| Servings Per Container: 60 | ||
| Amount Per Serving | %Daily Value | |
| Calcium (as dibasic calcium phosphate) | 44 mg | 3% |
| Bitter Melon Fruit Extract | 1 g | † |
| † Daily value not established. | ||