Yes, all Glucerna products have been designed to help minimize blood sugar response of the Glucerna product. Glucerna products can also help manage weight when used as part of a diabetes management plan. Managing blood sugar response and weight are important for people with prediabetes.

Glucerna is a brand of meal replacement shakes and bars. It's made by Abbott and designed specifically for people with type 2 diabetes. People with prediabetes and type 1 diabetes may also use Glucerna. These products are low in calories and sugar and high in protein.

Glucerna® products can be used daily. However, individual needs depend on many factors, such as age, gender, level of activity, and health status. Consult a healthcare professional to discuss the amount of Glucerna® that is right for you, as individual needs depend on many factors.

For people with or without diabetes, Glucerna® products should not be used to treat hypoglycemia, insulin shock, or insulin reaction because the carbohydrates from Glucerna® do not elicit a large blood glucose response and would not help restore blood sugar.

ARE THERE ANY SIDE EFFECTS TO THE GLUCERNA SHAKE? Whenever you make a big change in your diet, it's always important to be aware of any potential side effects. With Glucerna, some people have reported feeling sick, having diarrhea, or experiencing gas and bloating.

Glucerna products shouldn't take the place of more than one meal or snack per day, as they're technically a processed food and not a true substitute for fresh fruits, vegetables, and whole grains.

With Glucerna, some people have reported feeling sick, having diarrhea, or experiencing gas and bloating. Others have said that they didn't like the taste or found it too thick, but these are more preferences than real side effects.

Glucerna products shouldn't take the place of more than one meal or snack per day, as they're technically a processed food and not a true substitute for fresh fruits, vegetables, and whole grains.