“The more glucose spikes you have the faster you age.” - Jessie Inchauspé

Unmasking the lies of Glucose Goddess's 'Anti-Glucose Spike' Supplement

In the ever-expanding world of health and wellness, one must be vigilant against the allure of quick fixes and miracle cures. Today, we’re shining a spotlight on what appears to be one of the worst contenders in the market - self proclaimed Glucose Goddess's latest supplement, the so-called "Anti-Spike."  A product claiming to moderate glucose spikes by up to 40%, yet as we delve deeper, it becomes evident that this might be the biggest scam circulating this year.

The Fear-Mongering Tactic:

Glucose Goddess, known for her appearance on the "Diary of a CEO," employs a fear-mongering tactic by declaring, any spike in glucose is killing you faster. However, the reality, backed by current scientific evidence, is that this is simply not true. In fact there is not even a causal link between the number and severity of glucose spikes and the risk for type 2 diabetes in normal, healthy individuals. 1

The Lack of Scientific Basis:

One of the most glaring issues with the "Anti-Spike" supplement is the lack of credible research supporting its claims. Despite being touted as "clinically proven," there is no actual research on the supplement itself. Which she blatantly admits to here. Instead, Glucose Goddess relies on studies of individual ingredients, a shaky foundation for making health claims.

The Ingredient Conundrum:

The supplement includes 250mg of mulberry leaf extract, 250mg of lemon extract, a "concentrated blend" of 100mg of vegetables and 85 grams of cinnamon. Not just any cinnamon though, it's "extremely high quality extract of cinnamon." Thank goodness for that...

Glucose Goddess insists that the specific combination of ingredients in precise doses will work miracles. However, this approach is flawed, as individual ingredients can interact with each other, potentially reducing their effectiveness. Without a controlled clinical trial, the efficacy of this concoction remains complete guesswork.

Misleading Links to Studies:

Perhaps the most alarming aspect is the inclusion of links to studies that don't even support the supplement's intended effects. One such example involves a study on mulberry leaf extract, which was not even a standalone ingredient within the study, but part of a blend with dietary fiber, vitamin D, and chromium. 2
This misleading use of scientific studies raises serious questions about the credibility of Glucose Goddess's claims.

More Red Flags and Contradictions:

Several red flags raise skepticism about the integrity of Glucose Goddess's venture to ‘help’ her followers:

• Contradictory statements: On her website, she claims the supplement is guaranteed by 5+ years of clinical testing, yet on Instagram, she admits it's untested. So either she’s 'forgotten' that there has been no clinical testing or she's flat out lying.

  

  
  

• Lack of human testing: If a product has not undergone testing in humans, endorsing it is either irresponsible or indicative of a potential scam. Particularly when endorsing it as a "long term wellness" product.

  

• Exploitative business model: Convincing people that normal blood sugar increases are abnormal and harmful forms the core of Glucose Goddess's business model, preying on the fears of consumers. When we know that individual responses to carbohydrate meals are unreliable in adults without diabetes and there’s no evidence that this should be of concern. 3 

In a market flooded with health supplements and miracle solutions, it is crucial to approach such products with a discerning eye. Glucose Goddess's "Anti-Spike" supplement, lacking scientific backing, relying on misleading studies, and fuelled by fear tactics, appears to be a prime example of a potentially harmful scam. Consumers should prioritise evidence-based practices and consult with healthcare professionals before investing in unproven products that claim to alter fundamental aspects of health.

Final Words:

I’ll leave you with this to put your mind at ease when it comes to worrying about short term glucose spikes.

For those worried about glucose spikes, consider this: 

Does exercise harm you?

Because in the short term, it spikes inflammation, reactive oxygen species, and blood pressure.

This is TERRIBLE if long-term but not concerning in the short term. 

Maintaining elevated blood glucose long-term is a concern, sure. But a brief spike after a meal isn't the same issue. 

In fact, if temporary spikes were genuinely harmful, ANYTHING we eat could be considered lethal:

• Protein - stimulates mTOR (linked to cancer because it increases the process of angiogenesis.)

• Carbs raise blood glucose and insulin

• Fats reduce flow-mediated dilation (widening of an artery when blood flow increases in that artery.)

But crucially, these effects are short-term.

Much love,

Elliot

References:

1 - Te Morenga L, Mallard S, Mann J. Dietary sugars and body weight: systematic review and meta-analyses of randomised controlled trials and cohort studies BMJ 2013; 346 :e7492 doi:10.1136/bmj.e7492

2 - Mohamed M, Zagury RL, Bhaskaran K, Neutel J, Mohd Yusof BN, Mooney L, Yeo L, Kirwan BA, Aprikian O, von Eynatten M, Johansen OE. A Randomized, Placebo-Controlled Crossover Study to Evaluate Postprandial Glucometabolic Effects of Mulberry Leaf Extract, Vitamin D, Chromium, and Fiber in People with Type 2 Diabetes. Diabetes Ther. 2023 Apr;14(4):749-766. doi: 10.1007/s13300-023-01379-4. Epub 2023 Mar 1. PMID: 36855010; PMCID: PMC10064401.

3 - Hengist A, Ong JA, McNeel K, Guo J, Hall KD. Imprecision nutrition? Duplicate meals result in unreliable individual glycemic responses measured by continuous glucose monitors across four dietary patterns in adults without diabetes. medRxiv [Preprint]. 2023 Dec 11:2023.06.14.23291406. doi: 10.1101/2023.06.14.23291406. PMID: 37503002; PMCID: PMC10371100.

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