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Formulas

Metabolism and weight

Metabolic Switch is RA·NUE’s metabolic formula: AMPK, an 858 mg blend in one enteric-coated capsule with no stimulant in it. Its label claims glucose control support, weight management support and anti-aging support. You take one capsule before your first meal and one before bed, never more than two a day.

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Who it is for

People who want a daily metabolic formula and would rather not take a stimulant to get one. If you take insulin or another glucose-lowering medicine, read the interaction note below first.

The formula

  • Metabolic Switch

    AMPK · 60 count

    • Glucose Control Support
    • Weight Management Support

    Berberine, dihydroberberine, gymnema and chromium are on the panel.

    • $119.95
    • $2.00 a serving

How to take it

One capsule before your first meal and one before bed. Two a day is the limit.

Directions: As a dietary supplement, take 1 capsule of AMPK two times daily. Take one capsule before your first meal and once prior to bed. Do not exceed more than 2 capsules per day and please consult your healthcare provider before taking this product.

Directions, as the labels print them.

Before you start

The label notes that berberine and chromium may add to the effect of glucose-lowering medicines, and its chitosan comes from shellfish.

Generally safe, Berberine and Chromium may interact with other glucose lowering medications by enhancing the effects. Please monitor your blood sugar regularly and/or consult your physician.

Warnings: Do not use if safety seal is broken or missing. Not recommended for pregnant/nursing women. Consult a physician if taking medication (including insulin and oral diabetic medications), or have a medical condition. Keep out of reach of children. Store in a cool, dry place after opening. Never exceed the recommended dose.

Allergen Advisory: Chitosan is derived from shellfish. Individuals with shellfish allergies should avoid this product. Although highly purified, trace amounts of allergenic proteins may be present. Discontinue use immediately if any adverse reaction occurs.

Warnings, as the labels print them.

Prescription peptides

Some prescription weight-management medicines are peptides. If RA·NUE’s prescription path opens, a licensed provider will decide whether any of them suits you. Nothing here is a prescription option today.

What peptides are, and where the rules stand

Questions

Is Metabolic Switch a stimulant?

No. The label calls it non-stimulant, and the panel lists no caffeine.

Can I take it with diabetes medication?

Only after you talk to your physician. The label notes that berberine and chromium may add to the effect of glucose-lowering medicines, and asks you to monitor your blood sugar.

Why before bed as well as before breakfast?

That is how the label directs it: one capsule before your first meal and one prior to bed.

I have a shellfish allergy. Can I take it?

No. The allergen advisory says its chitosan is derived from shellfish and people with shellfish allergies should avoid it.

Is this the same as a GLP-1 medicine?

No. Metabolic Switch is a dietary supplement you buy without a prescription. GLP-1 medicines are prescription drugs.