Quick answer: Glyco Defender names Chromium (as chromium picolinate), Gymnema Sylvestre, Ginseng, Maca Root, African Mango Seed, Grape Seed, Guarana Seed, Eleuthero Root and Green Tea Leaf Extract. Per-ingredient amounts are on the Supplement Facts panel of your bottle.
Chromium (as Chromium Picolinate)
An essential trace mineral. Read our Chromium guide.
Gymnema Sylvestre
A climbing plant used in Ayurvedic tradition. See Gymnema Sylvestre Explained.
Green Tea Leaf Extract
Standardized for EGCG and other catechins. See Green Tea Extract and EGCG.
Ginseng, Eleuthero and Maca
Traditional root botanicals often called adaptogens. See Ginseng, Eleuthero and Maca.
African Mango, Grape Seed and Guarana
African Mango (Irvingia gabonensis) seed, Grape Seed extract and Guarana Seed (a natural source of caffeine) round out the named ingredients.
Safety note: Gymnema and Chromium may affect blood sugar, Ginseng can interact with blood thinners and diabetes medication, and Guarana and Green Tea contain caffeine. Anyone who takes medication, is sensitive to caffeine or has a medical condition should check with a physician first.
General background on chromium and supplements is available from the NIH Office of Dietary Supplements. Glyco Defender is not affiliated with or endorsed by this organization. See our reference list.