What Is Antagolin?

AntaGolin optimises blood sugar metabolism

Poorly managed blood sugar metabolism can make it difficult to lose weight.

If this is not identified and managed it can lead to numerous conditions including increased weight gain, diabetes, Polycystic ovary syndrome, abnormal cholesterol or cardiovascular disease.

What does AntaGolin do?

• Optimises blood sugar metabolism ​
• Unique blend of natural ingredients work together to blood sugar metabolism by supporting the multiple pathways involved

What can AntaGoloin assist with?

AntaGolin can assist with:

• Supporting optimal blood sugar metabolism
• Improving the way your body uses and stores energy

What does AntaGolin contain?

A unique blend of plant-derived (phytochemical) compounds that have all been scientifically documented to help regulate blood sugar levels. These are:

• Barberry root extract
• Banaba leaf extract​
• Inositol.

Barberry root extract contains berberine, a botanical alkaloid present in a number of plants which have been used in traditional Chinese medicine for a number of conditions, including obesity and diabetes. Berberine is one of the most heavily researched plant-based compounds available, and has demonstrated the ability to slow carbohydrate digestion and absorption, suppress fat formation and enhance energy metabolism.

Banaba leaf extract is prized in some Eastern medicine systems for its ability to alter blood sugar levels. The tree is native to India, China and the Philippines, and is valued for its violet floral displays. Its ability to reduce blood sugar, inflammation and carbohydrate absorption.

Inositol is a plant-based compound similar in structure to glucose. It is present in a wide variety of foods, including beans and nuts, and is naturally synthesised in the body. Scientific research has shown it is able to block glucose absorption from the diet.

One tablet contains:

Free from: Sucrose, Lactose, Gluten and Tartrazine.

Who may benefit from taking AntaGolin

• Anyone who is suffering from excess body fat
• Anyone struggling to gain control of their weight ​
• Pre-diabetic and type 2 diabetic subjects
• Women suffering from Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)

What is the usual dosage?

Take 2 tablets two to three times a day with meals.

Who should not use AntaGolin?

AntaGolin should not be used if you:

• are hypersensitive or allergic to any of the ingredients contained within AntaGolin
• are pregnant or breastfeeding
• have advanced kidney disease
• suffer from severe low blood pressure

Are there any side-effects?

AntaGolin generally has a low side-effect profile even when used for extended periods.

• Gastrointestinal side effects​
• Abdominal fullness
• Nausea

 Individuals on diabetic medication may develop low blood sugar, especially if AntaGolin is taken on an empty stomach. It is therefore recommended that AntaGolin is taken with meals.

Can AntaGolin be used in combination with prescription drugs such as anti-diabetic medication?

Yes, AntaGolin may be taken with most prescription drugs, including diabetic drugs. Caution, however, must be taken with all classes of oral anti-diabetic medication, as the blood sugar-lowering effect of AntaGolin may enhance their action and leave you with symptoms of low blood sugar. If you are on anti-diabetic medication, consult with your doctor about whether AntaGolin is right for you.

Where can AntaGolin be obtained?

• Shop Online
• South Africa: At any pharmacy. No prescription is required.
• Namibia: At any pharmacy. No prescription is required.
• International: Email us at info@mnilifestyle.co.za for international purchasing information.

Pharmacological mode of action

The unique blend of bioactive compounds contained within AntaGolin work on multiple levels involving various biochemical pathways responsible for metabolic regulation. These include reduction of carbohydrate digestion and absorption, and optimisation of certain biochemical pathways that regulate body fat accumulation and blood sugar levels. These ingredients are Barberry root extract, Banaba leaf extract and inositol.

Barberry Root Extract

AntaGolin® contains Insul-X2™, a proprietary formulation prepared from Barberry root. Its main constituent is the botanical alkaloid berberine [C₂₀H₁₈NO₄⁺], a substance naturally found in a highly concentrated form in the roots, rhizomes and stem bark of various plants such as Chinese Goldthread (Coptis chinensis), Barberry (Berberis vulgaris) and Goldenseal (Hydrastis canadensis). Berberine, as a component of these plants, has been used for many centuries in Chinese traditional medicine where its therapeutic applications include obesity and diabetes.

Banaba Leaf Extract

Banaba (Lagerstroemia speciosa) is a multi-stemmed, deciduous flowering tree that commonly occurs in China, Korea, Japan and the Indian Subcontinent. Extracts from the leaves are commonly used to treat diabetes, obesity and inflammation in Eastern traditional medicine. Research into the phytochemical profile of Banaba leaf extract has revealed a rich source of bioactive phytochemical compounds acting on pathways from digestion to de novo glucose synthesis.

Human studies have corroborated the evidence observed in animals. Ikeda et al. 2002 conducted a long term experiment over one year and noted significant decreases in fasting blood glucose and glucose tolerance at all time points. Another study, specifically in non-diabetic subjects, observed decreases in fasting and postprandial blood glucose and weight loss (Tsuchibe et al. 2006). In a double-blind, cross-over study, Fukushima et al. 2006  observed a lowering of plasma glucose levels with administration of corosolic acid in subjects with type II diabetes, while a double-blind, placebo controlled trial with standardized BLE of 1% corosolic acid demonstrated significant reduction in blood glucose levels after two weeks (Judy et al. 2003).

Inositol

Inositol is a plant-based chemical compound with the formula C₆H₁₂O₆, naturally present in a variety of foods such as cantaloupe (spanspek), oranges, beans and nuts, as well as naturally occurring in the human body. Inositol occurs in nine different architectural variations, or isomers, all of which play an important role as the structural foundation for a number of primary and secondary signalling molecules involved in a wide array of metabolic and hormonal pathways.