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For anyone out there who has tasted meal-replacement
drinks made especially for diabetics, the thick chalky consistency
and the aftertaste of these drinks probably has deterred them
from ever trying one again. But then came Enterex .
Our reviewers found that Enterex tastes like a normal
milkshake and that it had no aftertaste. In fact, it even passed
the “kid test”! (Parents of children under 3 years
old should ask their pediatricians before allowing them to drink
it.)
Enterex comes in three flavors: Creamy Vanilla, Tempting
Chocolate (safe for people allergic to chocolate) and Luscious Strawberry. Enterex
is a balanced nutritional drink formulated especially for people
living with diabetes or desiring a reduced sugar intake.
It is sweetened with sucralose (Splenda brand) instead of aspartame,
saccharin, fructose or sugar. Simple carbohydrates like sugar
are absorbed quickly, causing abrupt blood sugar elevations.
Similarly, fructose is associated with an increase in triglycerides,
and therefore is not recommended for diabetics.
Sucralose doesn’t alter one’s glycemic index and has
no known side effects. Thus, the sweetener in Enterex
helps people living with diabetes maintain normal blood sugar
levels. In addition, Enterex contains no preservatives,
lactose, or gluten.
It is low in saturated fat and cholesterol and has no trans
fat; it is made with canola and high-oleic safflower oils, both
of which are monounsaturated fats and are high in omega-3 fatty
acids (which can help improve insulin sensitivity and reduce
high blood pressure).
High-oleic safflower oil is known to reduce cholesterol and
to play a critical role in preventing coronary artery disease.
Rich in fiber, vitamins, antioxidants and high-quality protein,
this drink is jam packed with health stuff. It satisfies hunger
and helps reduce excessive eating.
That’s why it’s also a good choice for anyone interested
in controlling their sugar intake and managing their weight.
It is a great substitute for breakfast and makes a healthful
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Published in the January–February 2004 Nutrition
Week edition of JPEN, the study produced positive results for
Enterex compared to Ensure. Tested with a group of
10 to 18-year-old adolescents, some had type two diabetes and
others metabolic syndrome (pre-diabetes).
The study by the University of Tennessee and Vanderbilt University
showed that compared to Ensure, Enterex resulted in
lower glucose levels and greater corrected insulin response
and glucose tolerance in all groups, indicating a better glycemic
response.
The study was conducted by M.L. Christensen, PharmD, G. Burghen,
MD, P. Velasquez-Meier, MD, all from University of Tennessee,
Memphis, Tenn, and J. Sinclair-Pingel, PharmD of Vanderbilt
University, Nashville, Tenn. The study was funded by a government
grant.
Participants in the study were required to fast overnight. The
next day, each consumed 237 mL of – either Ensure or Enterex
. Blood samples were analyzed for glucose and insulin
over a three-hour period.
Comparison of the two supplements within each group found a
lower peak glucose concentration with Enterex in all
groups.
Enterex is a meal replacement targeted at people with
diabetes who need to control their glucose levels. But it’s
also an excellent meal replacement for those who don’t
have the time to enjoy a regular meal.
Diabetes has reached epidemic proportions, affecting near nearly
20 million Americans, with another 20 million with undiagnosed
pre-diabetes. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
reported that one-third of all children born in 2000 will get
Type 2 Diabetes.
According to the American Diabetes Association, 18 million people
in the United States have diabetes. An estimated 13 million
have been diagnosed with diabetes while 5 million are unaware
they have the disease.
According to the American Diabetes Association (ADA) the estimated
20 million people with pre-diabetes can halt the progression
to diabetes and even turn back the clock on the road to type
2 diabetes with good nutrition. |
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