As vegetarian dietary supplement to inhibit carbohydrate absorption, Carb-Down™ is a unique combination of the Phase 2® brand starch neutralizer, Gymnema sylvestre, and Chromemate® brand chromium polynicotinate. Phase 2® starch neutralizer is an extract from the white kidney bean (Phaseolus vulgaris). Research shows that this extract can block the absorption of carbohydrates (from starch) because it contains a protein component that inhibits the enzyme alpha-amylase from breaking down carbohydrates from foods.* When this enzyme is blocked, the starch thats eaten cannot be converted to fat.* In a recent double-blind study in humans, Phase 2® starch neutralizer decreased the percentage of caloric burden from complex carbohydrates by 60%.* The addition of Gymnema sylvestre and Chromemate® is to support appetite control and glucose metabolism.*
Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, take 1 capsule with water, before any meal containing carbohydrates from starch, or as directed by your healthcare practitioner.
Supplement Facts
Serving Size 1 Capsule
Servings Per Container 90
Amount per Serving % Daily Value
Chromium (as Cr Polynicotinate)† 100 mcg 286%
Phaseolus vulgaris (white kidney bean,
Phase 2® brand) Extract** 500 mg *
Gymnema sylvestre (leaf) 100 mg *
*Daily Value not established.
†ChromeMate® brand niacin-bound chromium.
Other ingredients: hypromellose (capsule), microcrystalline cellulose, vegetarian leucine.
Color of this product may vary due to color variations of the natural ingredients.
