Frequently Asked Questions

As compared to the previous liquid formulation, Glucerna TC RTD's recipe is closer to that of the Glucerna TC powder. It has newly added Taurine, Carnitine, and Inositol (803mg per serve) which aid in macronutrient (carbohydrates, proteins and fats) metabolism; and it has a higher Fiber content. The product now comes in a resealable plastic bottle format which provides greater convenience for one to consume on-the-go. 

To be certified as a Low GI product, the GI must be within the range of 1 to 55.

Glucerna Triple Care RTD is low in GI with GI index of 27. 

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Yes. It has 803mg Inositol per serving 

Every serve of Glucerna TC RTD contains 10g of high-quality dual blend protein to provide essential amino acids needed to aid in the building and maintenance of muscle tissues.

We do not recommend heating up Glucerna Triple Care RTD directly in the microwave. Microwaving warms up the liquid unevenly and could create hot spots that may scald the tongue. If the consumer prefers warm Glucerna Triple Care, we recommend placing the bottle in a mug of hot water so that the Glucerna can be warmed up evenly and gently.

Glucerna® Triple Care is for dietary management for people with diabetes. It has an enhanced formulation which includes newly added inositol (803mg per serve) for macronutrient metabolism. It's also packed in a more convenient re-closeable bottle format. 

Glucerna Triple Care RTD meets the guideline to be labelled as 'sucrose-free' as it contains 0.22g/100ml of sucrose. This is well below the SFA guidelines of <0.5g / 100ml. 

We have an extensive library of delicious Glucerna recipes on our website (https://familyabbott.com/sg-en/glucerna/managing-diabetes-made-easy/guides-to-managing-type-2-diabetes/healthy-diet/recipes). You may enjoy Glucerna in different ways, from Glucerna Bandung, Glucerna Kopi to Glucerna fruit & vegetables shake. 

Glucerna Triple Care RTD tastes sweet as it contains FDA-approved nonnutritive sweeteners to make it palatable while being nutrient-dense. The product is scientifically formulated to support dietary and weight management of people with diabetes. It's sucrose-free, low glycemic index (GI) and Low glycemic index and contains advanced & improved slow-release carbohydrate blend. It gives steady energy.

Yes, it can be used for tube-feeding. However, it's not for intravenous use. 

We suggest that you consult your healthcare professional on how to incorporate Glucerna into a patient's diet particularly if the patient is on tube feeding or requires Glucerna as the sole source of nutrition. 

1 to 2 serves a day - We would recommend swapping out your breakfast and start your day right with a glass / bottle of Glucerna; for better weight management, you may swap out your snack in between lunch and dinner with a glass/ bottle of Glucerna too. 

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®Main differences are in energy, protein content, amount of specific nutrients like Inositol. Please refer to the comparison table for key differences highlighted. 

Glucerna® Triple Care RTD - similar formula as the GTC Powder format. It is a convenient on-the-go format to support dietary management of people with diabetes. 

Glucerna® Advance 1.6kcal with HMB - More energy-dense per ml. It's suitable for people with diabetes with increased energy needs. 

Glucerna® Liquid 1kcal (can) - An all-in-one nutrition which can be used as a sole source of nutrition / supplementation for people with diabetes