It acts as a competitive inhibitor of enzymes called α-glucosidases that break up larger carbohydrates into smaller sugars that can be absorbed by your body into the blood stream. So, in essence, Reducose® partially blocks the digestion and absorption of some of the carbs you consume. This helps moderate post-meal blood glucose and insulin spikes.*

Controlling your blood sugar is crucial for overall health and well-being. Stable blood glucose levels can enhance energy levels, improve focus and concentration, and may promote better weight management. Steady blood sugar levels mean that you are supplying your cells with a steadier supply of food. For example, your brain cells run off glucose, so ensuring their steady energy supply is important. There are lots of real-life scenarios where we can feel this happening. Think about how you feel in the middle of the day, maybe right before lunch, when your brain says ‘I’m done’ or maybe you feel it after lunch, when you’ve eaten a lot, especially carbs, and your blood sugar levels peak, then a few hours later, once your insulin has kicked in and lowered your glucose levels, you feel the crash. That’s the time many people grab a cappuccino to keep themselves alert until the end of the workday. That’s why it is important to care about glycemic management.

Multiple clinical trials have shown that Reducose® reduces post-meal glucose levels by up to 42%, lowers insulin response by up to 40% and decreases the glycemic index of foods.* It is effective in a variety of people (men, women, younger, older, of many ethnicities).*

That’s another cool thing about Reducose®. Most supplements we take, we have to go on faith trust that it is working. With Reducose®, there are a couple of ways to actually observe it working. If you have a continuous glucose monitor (CGM), you can see your peaks won’t be as high when you take Reducose® with a meal.* I used a CGM to monitoring my blood glucose levels and found some foods that really spiked my glucose. Then I ate that same food along with Reducose® and watched my numbers afterward. It was fascinating to watch what granola cereal and milk did to my glucose and then repeat the next day with a Reducose® capsule and I saw a much lower curve. There are other obvious benefits that we’ve heard people say too. For example, the steadier glucose levels help some people feel less hungry or have steadier energy levels.* So those are real- time ways you might feel Reducose® working.

Reducose® can be incorporated into dietary supplements, functional foods, and beverages. The recommended dose is 250mg per serving. We typically recommend taking Reducose® with your 2 largest meals. Remember that both Reducose® and carbs need to be present in your gut at the same time so that Reducose® can do its work.*

Reducose® should be taken immediately before or with carbohydrate-containing meals for optimal effect.

Yes, theoretically, Reducose® may support weight management by reducing post-meal glucose and insulin spikes, promoting satiety, and mimicking some effects of calorie restriction (because it blocks digestion of some carbs).* We are currently studying the efficacy of Reducose® for weight management in a clinical study at Oxford Brooks University in the UK.

Reducose® works immediately during digestion.* Its effects on blood glucose can be observed in real-time using continuous glucose monitors.*

Yes, clinical trials have demonstrated efficacy of Reducose® across various populations, including healthy adults, those with prediabetes, and individuals with type 2 diabetes.*

⍺-glucosidase inhibitors like Reducose® work best on simple carbohydrates that are long strings of sugar molecules – like the starches found in white bread, pasta, rice and potatoes.* Fruits contain both carbs and simple sugars such as fructose, so the impact of Reducose® on digestion wouldn’t affect the simple sugars. Beer, wine and alcoholic drinks get most of their calories from the alcohol itself, and Reducose® doesn’t impact alcohol digestion. Some of the disaccharides like maltose in beer might be affected, but they really aren’t the calorie culprit in beer.

Great question! Because of its glucose lowering effects, when combined with diabetes medications, there is a potential for additive effects on blood sugar levels. * This could theoretically lead to hypoglycemia if not properly managed. You should always consult your healthcare provider before combining Reducose® (or any dietary supplement) with diabetes (or any!) medication. * Monitoring blood glucose levels more frequently would also be important. Healthcare providers may need to adjust the dosages of existing diabetes medications if Reducose® is added to the treatment plan.*

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Feeling sleepy after lunch, or a “food coma”, is common and is caused by your body’s natural circadian rhythm and the energy and hormones involved in digesting food. This is particularly true if you eat a large or high-carb meal, which can lead to drowsiness in the early afternoon.

The shakiness you feel after eating carbs or sugar is most often due to a rapid drop in blood sugar, also known as a “sugar crash.” This is your body’s normal insulin and hormonal response to a surge in blood glucose that happens especially after eating a high-carb meal.

Feeling irritable or "hangry" between meals is due to blood sugar drops and your body releasing stress hormones like adrenaline and cortisol. These hormones heighten emotions such as irritability, frustration, and anger. Managing blood sugar levels can reduce irritability because stable glucose helps prevent the mood swings, anxiety, and agitation that often occurs when blood sugar drops or fluctuates dramatically.

You may always feel "snacky" or hungry if your meals are low in protein, fiber, or healthy fats, which don’t keep you full for long, or if you are consuming too many refined carbs that cause blood sugar spikes and crashes. Other causes for feeling “snacky” are dehydration (sometimes thirst is mistaken for hunger), lack of sleep (which increases hunger hormones), or feeling stressed. Eating refined or high-glycemic carbs can make you feel even more "snacky”, because these foods cause a rapid spike and then a sharp drop in blood sugar, which triggers hunger and cravings for more carbs. A vicious cycle!

Consuming high-carb meals at night can lead to glucose spikes that delay sleep onset and reduce sleep quality. Blood sugar fluctuations at night disrupt quality sleep and may suppress melatonin while increasing cortisol levels. Poor sleep, in turn, impairs glucose tolerance the next day and increases cravings due to hormonal imbalances.

You should never feel guilty about eating the foods your body craves. Societal messaging often labels carbs as “bad” and promotes the idea that “eating clean” means avoiding them. While carbs can cause blood sugar spikes, there’s no reason to feel guilty about enjoying them. By taking Reducose®, you can help your body manage those spikes while still eating the foods you love.* Enjoy your favorite meals while supporting healthier glucose responses with Reducose®.*