KAL Blood Sugar Defense, 60 Tablets supplement bottle
KAL

Blood Sugar Defense, 60 Tablets

What We Researched
13 active ingredients analyzed · 7 inactive ingredients decoded · 3 brand certifications checked · 4 retailers compared · Last updated: Mar 2026
73
Product Score Fair
73
Brand Score Fair

Product Analysis

Transparency Excellent

Supplement Facts

IngredientAmount% DV
Vitamin B6 (as Pyridoxal-5-Phosphate Monohydrate) 5 mg 294%
Zinc (as Zinc Amino Chelate) 15 mg 136%
Chromium (from GTF Chromium polynicotinate) 200 mcg 571%
Cinnamon (Cinnamomum cassia) (bark extract) (supplying 28 mg [8%] Flavonoids) 350 mg *
Alpha Lipoic Acid 200 mg *
Indian Kino Tree (Pterocarpus marsupium)(heartwood & bark extract) 200 mg *
Gymnema (Gymnema sylvestre)(leaf extract) (Supplying 150 mg [75%] gymnemic acids) 200 mg *
Prickly Pear (Opuntia streptacantha) (leaf) 100 mg *
Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum) (seed extract) 100 mg *
Bitter Melon (Momordica charantia) (fruit extract) 100 mg *
Blueberry (Vaccinium spp.) (leaf) 100 mg *
N-Acetyl L-Carnitine (as N-Acetyl L-Carnitine HCl) 10 mg *
Vanadyl Sulfate 10 mg *
Bioavailability Good

Absorption Rating

  • Vitamin B6 (as Pyridoxal-5-Phosphate Monohydrate) Good
  • Zinc (as Zinc Amino Chelate) Fair
  • Chromium (from GTF Chromium polynicotinate) Good
  • Cinnamon (Cinnamomum cassia) (bark extract) (supplying 28 mg [8%] Flavonoids) Fair
  • Alpha Lipoic Acid Fair
  • Indian Kino Tree (Pterocarpus marsupium)(heartwood & bark extract) Fair
  • Gymnema (Gymnema sylvestre)(leaf extract) (Supplying 150 mg [75%] gymnemic acids) Fair
  • Prickly Pear (Opuntia streptacantha) (leaf) Fair
  • Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum) (seed extract) Good
  • Bitter Melon (Momordica charantia) (fruit extract) Good
  • Blueberry (Vaccinium spp.) (leaf) Good
  • N-Acetyl L-Carnitine (as N-Acetyl L-Carnitine HCl) Poor
  • Vanadyl Sulfate Fair
Other Ingredients Excellent

Fillers & Additives

  • Cellulose
  • Maltodextrin
  • Croscarmellose Sodium
  • Magnesium Carbonate
  • Silica
  • Magnesium Stearate
  • Stearic Acid
Efficacy Poor

Dosage Analysis

  • Vitamin B6 (as Pyridoxal-5-Phosphate Monohydrate) 5 mg Effective
  • Zinc (as Zinc Amino Chelate) 15 mg Effective
  • Chromium (from GTF Chromium polynicotinate) 200 mcg Effective
  • Cinnamon (Cinnamomum cassia) (bark extract) (supplying 28 mg [8%] Flavonoids) 350 mg Under-dosed
  • Alpha Lipoic Acid 200 mg Under-dosed
  • Indian Kino Tree (Pterocarpus marsupium)(heartwood & bark extract) 200 mg Under-dosed
  • Gymnema (Gymnema sylvestre)(leaf extract) (Supplying 150 mg [75%] gymnemic acids) 200 mg Effective
  • Prickly Pear (Opuntia streptacantha) (leaf) 100 mg Under-dosed
  • Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum) (seed extract) 100 mg Under-dosed
  • Bitter Melon (Momordica charantia) (fruit extract) 100 mg Under-dosed
  • Blueberry (Vaccinium spp.) (leaf) 100 mg Under-dosed
  • N-Acetyl L-Carnitine (as N-Acetyl L-Carnitine HCl) 10 mg Under-dosed
  • Vanadyl Sulfate 10 mg Under-dosed

Supplement Facts

Ingredient Amount % Daily Value
Vitamin B6 (as Pyridoxal-5-Phosphate Monohydrate) 5 mg 294%
Zinc (as Zinc Amino Chelate) 15 mg 136%
Chromium (from GTF Chromium polynicotinate) 200 mcg 571%
Cinnamon (Cinnamomum cassia) (bark extract) (supplying 28 mg [8%] Flavonoids) 350 mg *
Alpha Lipoic Acid 200 mg *
Indian Kino Tree (Pterocarpus marsupium)(heartwood & bark extract) 200 mg *
Gymnema (Gymnema sylvestre)(leaf extract) (Supplying 150 mg [75%] gymnemic acids) 200 mg *
Prickly Pear (Opuntia streptacantha) (leaf) 100 mg *
Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum) (seed extract) 100 mg *
Bitter Melon (Momordica charantia) (fruit extract) 100 mg *
Blueberry (Vaccinium spp.) (leaf) 100 mg *
N-Acetyl L-Carnitine (as N-Acetyl L-Carnitine HCl) 10 mg *
Vanadyl Sulfate 10 mg *

Other Ingredients

Inactive ingredients used in manufacturing. All rated for safety.

Cellulose Safe

Provides bulk and structure in tablets and capsules.

Maltodextrin Generally_safe

Helps carry and stabilize active ingredients. Provides bulk.

Croscarmellose Sodium Safe

Helps tablets break apart and dissolve quickly in the stomach.

Magnesium Carbonate Generally_safe

It is used as a filler or anti-caking agent.

Silica Safe

Prevents ingredients from clumping and improves powder flow.

Magnesium Stearate Safe

Prevents ingredients from sticking to manufacturing equipment during tableting.

Stearic Acid Safe

Helps ingredients flow smoothly through manufacturing equipment.

Price Comparison

Price History

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Brand Trust Report
KAL

Founded 1932 · Salt Lake City, Utah, United States · 289 products · kalvitamins.com

Certifications

3 certifications
Nsf Gmp Verified Source
Fda Gmp Inspections Verified Source
Usda Organic Verified Source

Transparency

2 claims
Third Party Testing Claim — Claimed Source
In House Testing — Verified Source

Violation History

1 incident
Lawsuit A consumer class action was filed alleging that the marketing of a dietary supplement violated California's consumer-protection laws.2013Source
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is KAL Blood Sugar Defense, 60 Tablets a good supplement?

KAL Blood Sugar Defense, 60 Tablets received a product quality score of 73/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, suggesting some areas that could be improved. The product contains 13 active ingredients with 30 servings per container. Of the 7 inactive ingredients, 5 are rated safe and 0 are flagged for review. The manufacturer, KAL, holds a brand trust score of 73/100 with 3 verified certifications including Nsf Gmp, Fda Gmp Inspections, Usda Organic.

What are the ingredients in KAL Blood Sugar Defense, 60 Tablets?

KAL Blood Sugar Defense, 60 Tablets contains 13 active ingredients: Vitamin B6 (as Pyridoxal-5-Phosphate Monohydrate) (5 mg), Zinc (as Zinc Amino Chelate) (15 mg), Chromium (from GTF Chromium polynicotinate) (200 mcg), Cinnamon (Cinnamomum cassia) (bark extract) (supplying 28 mg [8%] Flavonoids) (350 mg), Alpha Lipoic Acid (200 mg), Indian Kino Tree (Pterocarpus marsupium)(heartwood & bark extract) (200 mg), and 7 more. Notable high-dose ingredients include Vitamin B6 at 294% DV, Chromium at 571% DV. Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.

Is KAL Blood Sugar Defense, 60 Tablets safe to take?

KAL Blood Sugar Defense, 60 Tablets has been analyzed for ingredient safety across all its components. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any new supplement, especially if you take medications or have underlying health conditions.

Is KAL a trustworthy supplement brand?

KAL receives a brand trust score of 73/100 based on GoodSupp's independent analysis of certifications, regulatory history, and transparency practices. Founded in 1932 and headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, the company offers 289 products in their lineup. They hold 3 verified certifications including Nsf Gmp, Fda Gmp Inspections, Usda Organic. Third-party certifications are independently verified and indicate the brand meets specific quality, purity, and manufacturing standards. Note: KAL has 1 historical regulatory incident on record, which are factored into the trust score.

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