Glucerna Hunger Smart Shake Homemade Vanilla, 6 Bottles supplement bottle
Glucerna

Hunger Smart Shake Homemade Vanilla, 6 Bottles

What We Researched
41 active ingredients analyzed · 49 inactive ingredients decoded · 5 brand certifications checked · 1 retailer compared · Last updated: Mar 2026
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Product Score Poor
79
Brand Score Fair

Product Analysis

Transparency Poor

Supplement Facts

IngredientAmount% DV
Potassium 310 mg 9%
Glycerin 1 g
Vitamin A 25%
Vitamin C 100%
Calcium 30%
Iron 25%
Vitamin D 25%
Vitamin E 25%
Vitamin K 25%
Thiamin 25%
Riboflavin 25%
Niacin 25%
Vitamin B6 25%
Folate 25%
Vitamin B12 25%
Biotin 25%
Pantothenic Acid 25%
Phosphorus 30%
Iodine 25%
Magnesium 30%
Zinc 30%
Selenium 25%
Copper 25%
Manganese 25%
Chromium 170%
Molybdenum 30%
Chloride 8%
Choline 25%
Bioavailability Very Good

Absorption Rating

  • Potassium Good
  • Glycerin Fair
  • Vitamin A Good
  • Vitamin C Fair
  • Calcium Good
  • Iron Fair
  • Vitamin D Good
  • Vitamin E Good
  • Vitamin K Good
  • Thiamin Good
  • Riboflavin Good
  • Niacin Good
  • Vitamin B6 Fair
  • Folate Fair
  • Vitamin B12 Fair
  • Biotin Good
  • Pantothenic Acid Good
  • Phosphorus Good
  • Iodine Good
  • Magnesium Good
  • Zinc Fair
  • Selenium Good
  • Copper Fair
  • Manganese Good
  • Chromium Fair
  • Molybdenum Good
  • Chloride Good
  • Choline Poor
Other Ingredients Good

Fillers & Additives

  • Water
  • Milk Protein Concentrate Medium
  • Fructose
  • Corn Maltodextrin
  • High oleic safflower oil
  • Less than 1% of: Soy protein isolate
  • Calcium Caseinate
  • Canola Oil
  • Soy oil
  • Glycerin
  • Short-chain fructooligosaccharides
  • Sodium Citrate
  • Natural & Artificial Flavors
  • Cellulose Gel
  • Soy fiber
  • Magnesium Phosphate
  • Soy Lecithin
  • Potassium Citrate
  • Ascorbic Acid
  • Potassium Chloride
  • Magnesium Chloride
  • Choline Chloride
  • Cellulose Gum
  • Carrageenan Medium
  • Sucralose
  • Salt
  • Calcium Phosphate
  • Acesulfame Potassium
  • Ferrous Sulfate
  • Gellan Gum
  • DL-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate
  • Zinc Sulfate
  • Niacinamide
  • Calcium Pantothenate
  • Chromium Picolinate
  • Manganese Sulfate
  • Copper Sulfate
  • Vitamin A Palmitate
  • Pyridoxine Hydrochloride
  • Thiamine chloride hydrochloride
  • Riboflavin
  • Folic Acid
  • Biotin
  • Vitamin D3
  • Sodium Molybdate
  • Potassium Iodide
  • Sodium Selenate
  • Phylloquinone
  • Vitamin B12
Efficacy Fair

Dosage Analysis

  • Potassium 310 mg Under-dosed
  • Glycerin 1 g Effective

Supplement Facts

Ingredient Amount % Daily Value
Calories 180
Calories from Fat 70
Total Fat 8 g 12%
Saturated Fat 1 g 5%
Trans Fat 0 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.5 g
Monounsaturated Fat 4.5 g
Cholesterol 10 mg 3%
Sodium 300 mg 13%
Potassium 310 mg 9%
Total Carbohydrate 14 g 5%
Dietary Fiber 3 g 12%
Sugars 6 g
Glycerin 1 g
Protein 15 g 30%
Vitamin A 25%
Vitamin C 100%
Calcium 30%
Iron 25%
Vitamin D 25%
Vitamin E 25%
Vitamin K 25%
Thiamin 25%
Riboflavin 25%
Niacin 25%
Vitamin B6 25%
Folate 25%
Vitamin B12 25%
Biotin 25%
Pantothenic Acid 25%
Phosphorus 30%
Iodine 25%
Magnesium 30%
Zinc 30%
Selenium 25%
Copper 25%
Manganese 25%
Chromium 170%
Molybdenum 30%
Chloride 8%
Choline 25%

Other Ingredients

Inactive ingredients used in manufacturing. All rated for safety.

Water Safe

Dissolves and carries water-soluble ingredients.

Milk Protein Concentrate Generally_safe

It is used as a filler or protein source.

Fructose Generally_safe

It is used as a sweetener.

Corn Maltodextrin Safe

It is used to add bulk and improve the flow of powdered supplements.

High oleic safflower oil Unknown
Less than 1% of: Soy protein isolate Unknown
Calcium Caseinate Generally_safe

It is used as a protein source and filler.

Canola Oil Generally_safe

It can be used as a carrier oil or emollient.

Soy oil Unknown
Glycerin Safe

Retains moisture and helps dissolve ingredients in softgels and liquids.

Short-chain fructooligosaccharides Unknown
Sodium Citrate Safe

Stabilizes pH and helps maintain ingredient effectiveness.

Natural & Artificial Flavors Generally_safe

It is used to improve the taste of the product.

Cellulose Gel Generally_safe

It is used as a thickening agent to improve the texture of supplements.

Soy fiber Unknown
Magnesium Phosphate Safe

It is used as a source of magnesium.

Soy Lecithin Safe

Helps blend oil and water-based ingredients. Common allergen.

Potassium Citrate Safe

It is used as a mineral supplement and buffer.

Ascorbic Acid Safe

Prevents oxidation and provides vitamin C.

Potassium Chloride Safe

It is used to provide potassium, an essential mineral.

Magnesium Chloride Generally_safe

It is used as a source of magnesium.

Choline Chloride Generally_safe

It is used as a source of choline.

Cellulose Gum Safe

Thickens and stabilizes supplement formulations.

Carrageenan Caution

Used to thicken and stabilize liquid and gel supplements.

Sucralose Generally_safe

Adds sweetness to chewables, gummies, and powdered supplements without calories.

Salt Safe

It is used as a flavoring agent.

Calcium Phosphate Generally_safe

It is used as a filler and anticaking agent in supplements.

Acesulfame Potassium Generally_safe

It is used to provide sweetness without adding calories.

Ferrous Sulfate Generally_safe

It is used as a source of iron.

Gellan Gum Safe

Creates gel structure in certain supplement forms.

DL-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate Generally_safe

It is used as a source of vitamin E and as an antioxidant.

Zinc Sulfate Generally_safe

It is used to supplement zinc intake.

Niacinamide Safe

It is included for its potential health benefits.

Calcium Pantothenate Safe

It provides a source of vitamin B5.

Chromium Picolinate Generally_safe

It is included as a source of chromium.

Manganese Sulfate Generally_safe

It provides a source of manganese.

Copper Sulfate Generally_safe

It is added to supplements to provide copper, an essential trace mineral.

Vitamin A Palmitate Generally_safe

It is added to supplements as a source of vitamin A.

Pyridoxine Hydrochloride Safe

It is used as a source of vitamin B6.

Thiamine chloride hydrochloride Unknown
Riboflavin Safe

It is used as a source of vitamin B2.

Folic Acid Safe

It is used as a source of folate.

Biotin Safe

It is used for its potential benefits related to hair, skin, and nail health.

Vitamin D3 Safe

It is added to supplements to provide vitamin D, which is essential for bone health and immune function.

Sodium Molybdate Generally_safe

It is used to supplement molybdenum intake.

Potassium Iodide Generally_safe

It provides iodine, an essential mineral.

Sodium Selenate Generally_safe

It is used as a source of selenium.

Phylloquinone Safe

It is added as a source of vitamin K.

Vitamin B12 Safe

It is included for its nutritional value.

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Brand Trust Report
Glucerna

Founded 1989 · Abbott Park, Illinois, United States · 5 products · glucerna.com/

Certifications

5 certifications
Consumerlab Verified Source
Health Canada Licensed Verified Source
Gluten Free Gfco Verified Source
Halal Certified Verified Source
Kosher Certified Verified Source

Transparency

2 claims
In House Testing — Verified Source

Violation History

3 incidents
Fda Warning Violations of food safety regulations at a third-party manufacturing facility.2023-01-30Source
Lawsuit False advertising that Glucerna products are 'formulated specifically for diabetes' when they allegedly contain ingredients that can worsen the condition.2023Source
Recall Glucerna Original 8-fluid-ounce tetra cartons (Chocolate, Strawberry, and Vanilla) sold in 24-count cases.2022-07-28Source
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Glucerna Hunger Smart Shake Homemade Vanilla, 6 Bottles a good supplement?

Glucerna Hunger Smart Shake Homemade Vanilla, 6 Bottles received a product quality score of 59/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, indicating several areas of concern that consumers should review. The product contains 41 active ingredients with 4 servings per container. Of the 49 inactive ingredients, 21 are rated safe and 1 are flagged for review. The manufacturer, Glucerna, holds a brand trust score of 79/100 with 5 verified certifications including Consumerlab, Health Canada Licensed, Gluten Free Gfco, Halal Certified.

What are the ingredients in Glucerna Hunger Smart Shake Homemade Vanilla, 6 Bottles?

Glucerna Hunger Smart Shake Homemade Vanilla, 6 Bottles contains 41 active ingredients: Calories (180), Calories from Fat (70), Total Fat (8 g), Saturated Fat (1 g), Trans Fat (0 g), Polyunsaturated Fat (2.5 g), and 35 more. Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.

Is Glucerna Hunger Smart Shake Homemade Vanilla, 6 Bottles safe to take?

Glucerna Hunger Smart Shake Homemade Vanilla, 6 Bottles has been analyzed for ingredient safety across all its components. Of 49 inactive ingredients, 21 are rated safe. 1 ingredient is flagged for review: Carrageenan. 'Caution' doesn't mean dangerous — it indicates the ingredient has some considerations worth being aware of, such as potential sensitivities or ongoing research. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any new supplement, especially if you take medications or have underlying health conditions.

Is Glucerna a trustworthy supplement brand?

Glucerna receives a brand trust score of 79/100 based on GoodSupp's independent analysis of certifications, regulatory history, and transparency practices. Founded in 1989 and headquartered in Abbott Park, Illinois, United States, the company offers 5 products in their lineup. They hold 5 verified certifications including Consumerlab, Health Canada Licensed, Gluten Free Gfco, Halal Certified. Third-party certifications are independently verified and indicate the brand meets specific quality, purity, and manufacturing standards. Note: Glucerna has 3 historical regulatory incidents on record, which are factored into the trust score.

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