06.01.07
Abbott Nutrition, Columbus, OH, has introduced an “improved” line of Glucerna nutrition products, which includes cereal, shakes and snack bars with new ingredients to help manage blood sugar spikes. The cereal has been formulated specifically for diabetics and it provides 5 grams of whole grains and 3 grams of protein per serving, and is available in three varieties—Crunchy Flakes ‘n Strawberries, Crunchy Flakes ‘n Raisins and Crunchy Flakes ‘n Almonds. The line also includes an improved version of the Glucerna shake, which now comes in a re-closable plastic bottle instead of a metal can. Each shake contains an excellent source of plant-based omega 3 fatty acids, providing 400 mg per 8 fluid-ounce serving (25% of the Daily Value) to help support circulatory and heart health. The 200-calorie shakes are available in four flavors—Creamy Chocolate Delight, Homemade Vanilla, Strawberries ‘n Cream and Butter Pecan. Other additions include Glucerna Snack Shakes and Glucerna Mini-Snack Bars. The 140-calorie Snack Shakes are available in two flavors—Creamy Chocolate Delight and Homemade Vanilla. Glucerna Mini-Snack Bars contain 70-80 calories and offer a convenient, on-the-go snack option. Mini-Snack Bars are available in two flavors—Chocolate Peanut and Oatmeal Raisin. The new cereal and reformulated shakes both contain unique carbohydrate blends that have been clinically shown to help manage blood sugar spikes along with an important mineral—chromium picolinate—that helps the body’s own insulin work more efficiently.