This is a study that compares the performance of Gluco X (a generic name and not a commercial name), a herbal supplement product that is primarily made up of Gymnema, Bitter Melon, Salacia, Fenugreek, Jambolan and Cinnamon (active ingredients) and a conventional drug used for blood sugar management.* The following glucose trials were conducted for a total of 6 months using the Gluco X product and a control group taking a conventional drug. Both groups are made to follow the same dietary guidelines.

As the Table-3 (Moderately Diabetic) below shows, when a convention drug is used the fasting Blood Glucose levels came down by 26% in 3 months and by 38% in 6 months in the control group of 14 people. - For the group of 17 that were given the Gluco X product, the blood Glucose levels came down by 20% in 3 months and by 24% in 6 months approximately.*

As the Table-4 (Highly Diabetic) below shows when the convention drug is used the fasting Blood Glucose levels came down by 20% in 3 months and by 40% in 6 months in the control group of 14 people. - For the group of 17 that were given the Gluco X product, the blood Glucose levels came down by 16% in 3 months and by 31% in 6 months approximately.*

In conclusion the glucose trials study shows that the Gluco X product is more successful in managing blood sugar in people that are moderately Diabetic than ones that are highly Diabetic. The product works naturally helping blood sugar levels,* but does not match conventional drugs. The advantage is that Gluco X as a product does not have any side effects,* Again, all these trials are done on small controlled groups and may not be representative of all groups or people.*

*The above glucose trials study is for educational purposes only and it should not be construed as medical advise. Diabetes / High blood sugar is a serious medical condition and only your Medical Doctor can advise you on this and on other health matters. Please consult one.

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

EVALUATION OF Gluco X IN THE MANAGEMENT OF TYPE-II DIABETES MELLITUS. Conducted under joint collaborative program. Centre of Psychosomatic & Biofeedback Medicine Institute of Medical Sciences Banaras Hindu University

Table-3: Decline in fasting blood glucose level following Gluco X
Response in Type-II Diabetis Mellitus cases
Groups Num Cases Fasting Initial Blood Glucose Level Comps Initial vs > 6 months
After 3 months
After 6 months

Conventional drug + Dietary regulation 14 142.73
±9.62_j 104.70
±7.02 87.34
±7.56 T=16.9
P<0.001
Given Gluco X + Dietary regulation 17 146.95 1
±11.11 118.32
±9-60 112.73
±968 T=9.57
P<0,001
Normal range: 70-110 mg/DL

Table-4: Reduction in postprandial blood glucose level following Gluco X
Response in Type-II Diabetes Mellitus cases
Groups Num Cases Blood Glucose Level
Comps Initial vs > 6 months
Initial After 3 months
After 6 months

Conventional drug + Dietary regulation 14 249.62
±20.15 174.11
±16.32 148.95
±11.62 T=16.19
PO.001
Given Gluco X + Dietary regulation 17 252.71
±18.35 212.65
±14.03 173.31
±8.75 T=16.10
PO.001
Postprandial Normal range: <140 mg/dl

Author's Bio: 

Education: B.A.M.S., M.D.(Ayurveda); 1984 Nagpur University, India.

Experience:

Worked as a Medical Officer in “Matru-Sewa-Sangh” Nagpur 1987-88.
Worked as a Research officer in Datta Meghe’s Medical College, Wardha 1989-92.
Food & Drugs Cosmetic-Act-1940, Approved chemist from 1996.

Research:

Presented paper in International conference “Update Ayurveda” at K.E.M. Hospital Mumbai on “Efficacy of herbomineral formulation on Diabetes”.
Presented paper in International conference “Role of Indian Medicinal Plants” at Banaras Hindu University on “Management of Diabetes”.
Presented paper on “Pain Management” in National Conference at Nagpur.
Presented paper in National Symposium on Research Methodology in Ayurveda Field Pune.
Regular contributor of articles on Ayurvedic Topics to various magazines.
Talk shows on Radio & T.V. on Ayurvedic Topics mostly relating to women's Health Problems.