Maca root is a powerful adaptogen native to Peru, celebrated for its energy-boosting properties. Rich in vitamins and minerals, maca supports overall vitality and endurance. Additionally, maca has been linked to improved hormonal balance, which can positively influence blood sugar levels. By incorporating maca root, GlucoVitalis enhances your energy and your body's ability to maintain stable blood sugar, making it a crucial component in managing glycemic health.

Grape seed extract is the second-listed ingredient in GlucoVitalis’s proprietary formula, which means it’s the second-largest ingredient. Grape seed extract has been specifically studied for its effects on diabetes, with some studies linking grape seed to better postprandial blood glucose response. Some researchers believe these effects are linked to the natural resveratrol in grape seed extract, which appears to have antioxidant effects. Some also take grape seed extract daily for anti-aging effects.

Some small animal trials have shown that African mango extract lowers abdominal fat and blood glucose levels. The fruit extract has surged in popularity in recent years after being used in traditional African medicine for centuries. Today, African mango extract has surged in popularity, particularly as a weight loss aid. Some small studies have linked African mango extract to a significant reduction in body weight.

Eleuthero is a root used for centuries in traditional Ayurvedic medicine as a stress reliever. Today, eleuthero continues to be popular as an adaptogen, and some use it daily for stress relief. According to WebMD, eleuthero could also lower blood sugar levels. In fact, WebMD cautions that eleuthero, when combined with blood sugar medication, could cause blood sugar to drop “too low,” which is why you should monitor blood sugar closely while taking eleuthero.

Green tea is packed with catechins, or natural anti-inflammatory molecules, linked to various effects. Some take green tea daily for weight loss. Others take it for blood sugar control, inflammation, and general health. According to some trials, green tea has been shown to impact glucose control and insulin sensitivity. As Ohio State University explains, one recent study found green tea promoted gut health and lowered blood sugar, thereby lowering the risk of metabolic syndrome (i.e., diabetes).

Gymnema sylvestre is a plant extract used in traditional Indian medicine, including Ayurveda, for centuries. Today, it’s best known in the supplement industry for its effects on blood sugar. Some studies have linked gymnema sylvestre to anti-diabetic effects in rats—likely due to natural molecules called gymnemic acids within the plant. Some believe there’s a connection between gymnemic acids and obesity, with one study even describing the plant as having “potent anti-diabetic properties.”