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Benefits
- A pleasant-tasting beverage mix that provides protein, carbohydrates, and fat, with the inclusion of specific fibers, vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients—including cinnamon—to nutritionally support insulin and glucose homeostasis.
- Provides nutritional support to individuals suspected of insulin resistance when combined with a low-glycemic-load dietary program.
- Provides a balanced, low-glycemic-index formula when mixed with water.
- Features cinnamon bark, which has been shown to promote healthy insulin and glucose metabolism in people with diabetes. In vitro and animal studies also suggest that cinnamon may modulate insulin action.
Recommended Use
Blend, shake, or briskly stir UltraGlycemX into water as follows: Consume within 10 minutes of reconstitution. Day 1-2 1/2 scoop (11 g) twice daily 4 to 5 ounces of water Day 3-4 1 scoop (22 g) twice daily 4 to 5 ounces of water Day 5-6 1 1/2 scoops (33 g) twice daily 6 to 8 ounces of water Thereafter 2 scoops (45 g) twice daily 8 to 10 ounces of water
Serving Size: About 2 Scoops (45 g)
, modified high amylose starch, fructose, natural flavors, maltodextrin, magnesium citrate, dicalcium phosphate, barley beta-glucan, cinnamon bark, potassium chloride, ascorbic acid, green coffee bean extract, d-alpha tocopheryl acetate, zinc gluconate, niacinamide, D-calcium pantothenate, copper gluconate, chromium polynicotinate, beta-carotene, thiamin HCl, pyridoxine HCl
, retinyl palmitate, cholecalciferol, cyanocobalamin
FAQ
How do I order Metagenics nutritional products?
Metagenics products are only available through a licensed health care professional. Patients may find a health care professional. Professionals may open an account.
How do I find a health care professional near me that recommends Metagenics products?
Use our locator application to find a health care professional near you who offers Metagenics nutraceuticals and medical foods. You can also find someone near you who is certified in FirstLine Therapy, a lifestyle therapy program.
How do I contact Metagenics?
If you have questions about a specific Metagenics product or how to use it, please consult your health care professional. For other questions or comments, please Contact us Online.
What makes Metagenics different from most nutritional supplement companies?
A lot of things make us stand above other companies—a focus on patient health, quality manufacturing, ingredient testing, safety reviews, clinical testing, scientific research, unique formulas, and more. For specifics, check out the Quality Difference section.
Who would benefit from UltraGlycemX® Medical Food?
People with conditions related to type 2 diabetes, such as elevated insulin and/or blood sugar levels.
How does UltraGlycemX® Medical Food work?
It offers a blend of natural, research-based ingredients—including soy, fiber, cinnamon, antioxidants, and barley beta-glucans—to provide targeted nutrition for a safer approach to help manage insulin and blood sugar function. It's formulated for use with lifestyle recommendations (low-glycemic-load diet, exercise) to help reduce the risk to heart disease.
How does UltraGlycemX® Medical Food compare to other products or approaches?
Lifestyle therapy (diet & exercise) is often recommended as a first line of therapy for precursors to type 2 diabetes. This unique, research-based formula is specifically designed to meet the specialized nutritional needs of patients with type 2 diabetes seeking to improve blood sugar control and insulin action—with an excellent predicted safety profile. It has been clinically reviewed at the FMRC.
How long is UltraGlycemX® Medical Food typically recommended?
People monitoring blood sugar and/or insulin levels at home may notice improvement soon after program initiation. The first phase of the program usually lasts 12 weeks, but may also be recommended for long-term support. Follow your health care provider's recommendations for best results.
How long is Ultra Flora Plus® DF typically recommended?
This formula was designed for general, long-term gastrointestinal and immune health support. Individual results and recommendations may vary based on your specific needs. For best results, follow your health care professional's guidelines.*
Why is UltraGlycemX® Medical Food safe?
Medical foods must contain ingredients generally regarded as safe (GRAS) or be FDA approved, and Metagenics continually evaluates formula ingredients in concert with current nutritional research for optimal safety and effectiveness. Plus, Metagenics' manufacturing facility has 3 certifications for good manufacturing practices to ensure the highest quality.