I came across Glucofort as it seems to be gaining popularity in the health field. After reviewing it, I thought it important to break down Glucofort and its’ ingredients for people to understand what it does…and doesn’t do.
Stay tuned until the end for a much better alternative to Glucofort.
Glucofort Review From A Health Coach
I’ll admit, the marketing is slick. It makes Glucofort look superior to most other glucose support products out there. But is it?
As a personal trainer and health coach, I would NEVER recommend this product to any of my clients. It’s not an innovative or earth-shattering supplement. I’ll break down and review the ingredients in Glucofort for you to understand why.
Review of Glucofort’s INgredients
Vitamin C
Evidence – possible link to lowering blood sugar in diabetics, inconclusive
Studied Dosage – 1000mg
Glucofort Dosage – 50mg
Vitamin C is a water-soluble vitamin that is found in a variety of fruits and vegetables. It is also used as a nutritional supplement. Vitamin C is a potent antioxidant that helps reduce inflammation and helps the body to heal.
But does it lower blood sugar? Only a handful of small-scale studies have been done and the evidence is far from conclusive.
vitamin C may be beneficial in decreasing blood glucose and lipids in patients with type 2 diabetes
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18160753/
The studies that showed promise used a dose of 1000mg/ day which is far above the 50mg in Glucofort.
Vitamin E
Evidence – weak, inconclusive
Studied Dosage – 200iu – 1600iu
Glucofort Dosage – 1500iu (15mg)
Some studies suggest that it may not be as beneficial as originally thought. In one study, researchers found that there was no significant difference in glycemic control between those who took vitamin E, those who took a placebo, and those who did not take any vitamin E.
Although it is a powerful antioxidant, it can also increase the risk of blood clots. If you have diabetes and are looking for a way to lower your blood sugar, vitamin E supplements may not be the best solution. The decision to take vitamin E supplements should be made on a case-by-case basis.
Biotin
Evidence – possible link to lowering blood sugar diabetics, inconclusive
Studied Dosage – 1.5mg – 15mg
Glucofort Dosage – 300mcg (3mg)
A review of 5 studies concluded that Biotin supplementation may decrease fasting blood glucose levels.
Biotin helps to increase the production of insulin in the body. It also helps to improve the body’s sensitivity to insulin. If you are not getting enough biotin, it could lead to insulin resistance. If you have high levels of insulin, it could lead to high blood sugar levels.
Magnesium Oxide
Evidence – possible link to lowering blood sugar in diabetics, inconclusive
Studied Dosage – 250mg – 450mg
Glucofort Dosage 125mg
Magnesium can reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke, and diabetes. However, there is still some debate about the effectiveness of magnesium supplements.
Oral Mg supplementation could have an effect on glycaemic control in T2DM patients. However, the clinical trials so far are not sufficient to make guidelines for clinical practice.
Cambridge.org
In addition, the magnesium in Glucofort is underdosed and uses a cheap form of magnesium with low absorption.
Licorice Root Extract
Evidence – none in humans
Studied Dosage – n/a
Glucofort Dosage – n/a
Licorice root has been used for centuries to help with various health issues such as gas, bloating, and even cancer. However, there is some evidence that suggests that licorice root may also lower blood sugar levels.
A single study done on rats in 2011 is the only source I could find. To my knowledge, there are no human studies done to assess the possible effects of licorice root on diabetes.
Cinnamon Bark
Evidence – possible link to lower blood sugar, inconclusive
Studied Dosage – n/a
Glucofort Dosage – n/a
In the past, cinnamon bark has been used to help treat diabetes and control blood sugar levels. Although research is not conclusive, some studies suggest that cinnamon bark may help lower blood sugar levels.
Despite numerous studies, it still isn’t clear whether cinnamon helps lower blood sugar in people with diabetes. Some studies have shown a benefit from the spice. Others haven’t.
Mayoclinic
Guggul
Evidence – weak, inconclusive
Studied Dosage – 500mg
Glucofort Dosage – n/a
Guggul, a natural remedy that comes from the fruit of the guggul tree, is supposed to be helpful in lowering blood sugar levels. However, the only studies that showed promising results were done on rats.
The only study done on humans had no effect on lowering blood sugar compared to the placebo.
The current study showed that 8 weeks of complementary use of Boswellia serrata gum resin with a daily dose of 500 mg had no better glucose and lipid-lowering effect than placebo in diabetic patients.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19635521/
Bitter Melon
Evidence – possible link to lower blood sugar, inconclusive
Studied Dosage – n/a
Glucofort Dosage – n/a
Bitter Melon may help lower blood sugar levels. However, there is little evidence to prove this.
Some studies show bitter melon can lower blood sugar and A1c levels in people with type 2 diabetes. But other studies have been far less promising, so research goes on.
WebMD
Gymnema Sylvestra
Evidence – possible link to lower blood sugar, inconclusive
Studied Dosage – 200-400mg
Glucofort Dosage – n/a
Gymnema Sylvestra (GNS) is a plant extract that has been used in Ayurvedic medicine for over 2000 years. It has been found to be effective in lowering blood sugar levels and insulin sensitivity.
The effects of GNS were first reported in a 2008 study in the “American Journal of Managed Care”, in which GNS was found to have a potent effect on insulin sensitivity.
GNS works on two levels.
First, it increases the production of a hormone called adiponectin. Second, it upregulates AMPK, which is a protein that helps the body utilize glucose.
GNS was found to be more effective in lowering glucose levels in the liver and muscle than in the pancreas.
GNS was found to be more effective in lowering glucose levels in people with metabolic syndrome. The study found that GNS increased glucose utilization in muscles and the liver, and it also increased insulin sensitivity.
Alpha Lipoic Acid
Evidence – possible link to lower blood sugar, inconclusive
Studied Dosage – 600-1800mg
Glucofort Dosage – n/a
Alpha Lipoic Acid is a naturally occurring antioxidant found in many foods. It is sometimes prescribed by doctors as an alternative to insulin for diabetes.
However, a recent study has shown that alpha lipoic acid does not help lower blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes. The study was published in the Journal of Experimental and Clinical Medicine. The article was conducted by scientists at the University of British Columbia.
The findings of some of the clinical trials in which lipoic acid administration has been tested in diabetic patients during the last 10 years are summarized. It appears that the clearest benefit of lipoic acid supplementation is in patients with diabetic neuropathy.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3221300/
Yarrow
Evidence – none
Studied Dosage – n/a
Glucofort Dosage – n/a
No studies done to explore lowering blood sugar levels.
White Mulberry
Evidence – weak, inconclusive
Studied Dosage – n/a
Glucofort Dosage – n/a
White Mulberry has been getting a lot of buzzes lately. Although the fruit has been used for years in traditional Chinese medicine, it is only recently that it has become popular in the West.
There are many health benefits of White Mulberry, but does it work to lower blood sugar levels? Research shows that White Mulberry may lower blood sugar levels in certain individuals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Glucofort fda approved?
Glucofort is produced FDA registered facility, but Glucofort is not FDA-approved.
Is Glucofort safe?
Glucofort is generally safe. All the ingredients in Glucofort exist naturally in nature. It is still a good idea to research and ask your doctor if it is safe for you, especially if you have other health issues or take medication.
Glucofort Final Review – Should You Buy?
No.
There are 2 main reasons why I suggest you don’t buy Glucofort:
1. Glucofort is overpriced
If you want to buy 1 bottle to test the product and see if it works it’ll run you $69 plus shipping. This is asinine.
In order to get Glucofort at its lowest price of $49/bottle you must buy 6 bottles at once, dropping $300 at once. Given that each bottle is good for 30 days, you’re paying $49/mnth for this product.
2. Glucofort has a proprietary blend that hides dosages
This may be biased as I have a pet peeve for proprietary blends.
There’s no way to know if there’s an effective amount (based on studies) of each ingredient in Glucofort.
There’s no reason to hide this information as none of the ingredients are new or groundbreaking.
Therefore, I’ve come to the conclusion that dosages are hidden to hide their ineffective amounts.
Is there an alternative to Glucofort?
Thankfully, yes.
After much research, I discovered a supplement that:
- takes the best of Glucofort
- adds berberine
- uses proper dosages
- is not overpriced.
The supplement I found is called GluControl by Essential Elements.
