This is a complete high-potency nutritional supplement specifically designed to help the body maintain a smoother balance of its energy reserves between main meals. The formula provides adequate levels of 26 micronutrients, including the metal chromium. It also provides 300mg of magnesium as magnesium is a component of many enzymes involved in the breakdown of blood sugar, and is deficient in diets based on starchy foods. In addition to magnesium, a high level of A-lipoic acid has been added as clinical studies have shown that it can improve cellular glucose uptake, while also being a powerful antioxidant. Finally, significant levels of zinc, vitamin C and vitamins B1-B3-B6 have been added as these micronutrients also contribute to the cellular uptake and utilization of glucose.