Method for increasing blood glucose levels
OwnerRobert K. Wagstaffinventor
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Abstract
A method of increasing blood glucose levels while metabolizing body fat. The method includes the steps of subjecting the individual to conditions where they start to use body fat as an energy source and administering a biologically active gluconeogenic compound to the individual. The preferred compound is calcium propionate; however, other salts of propionic acid, propionic acid itself, and non-essential amino acids may be used. The gluconeogenic compound may be taken by athletes to increase their energy level, and by dieters to reduce or maintain their body weight.
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A method for increasing glucose levels in an individual's blood, comprising:
- subjecting the individual to conditions where the individual starts to use body fat as a source of energy;
- and
- administering to the individual an effective amount of a biologically active ingredient selected from the group consisting of propionic acid, salts of propionic add, and non-essential amino acids.
A body weight reducing regime for an individual, comprising:
- administering to the individual an effective amount of a biologically active ingredient selected from the group consisting of calcium propionate and sodium propionate;
- and
- reducing the caloric intake of the individual to a level below that required to maintain the body weight of the individual.
A body weight maintenance regime for an individual, comprising:
- administering to the individual an effective amount of a biologically active ingredient selected from the group consisting of calcium propionate and sodium propionate;
- and
- controlling the caloric intake of the individual at a level no greater than that required to maintain the body weight of the individual.
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