1. Targeting Good Health Through Balance
4Life Transfer Factor GluCoach supports healthy glucose levels, and the metabolic and
endocrine systems. In addition to Targeted Transfer Factor® this product includes
minerals, herbs, and phytonutrients to support healthy hormone production, improve
glucose tolerance, and promote pancreatic health.
What makes this product unique?
Transfer factors are tiny messenger molecules that transfer immunity information from
one entity to another.
4Life Transfer Factor GluCoach targets the superior immune-enhancing benefits of
transfer factors to directly support the metabolic and endocrine systems, including a
normal inflammatory response.
The extraction processes for transfer factors from colostrum and egg sources are
protected by US patents 6,468,534 (egg yolks) and 6,866,868 (exclusive manufacturing
techniques), with other patents pending.
Pterocarpus marsupium, momordica charantia (bitter melon) and gymnema sylvestre
support balanced glucose levels. Both pterocarpus marsupium and gymnema sylvestre
have also demonstrated an ability to support healthy pancreas function. Bitter melon
helps support glucose tolerance and the body's ability to process sugars.
Ginseng and fenugreek are herbs that promote healthy glucose and cholesterol levels. In
addition, chromium and vanadium support glucose tolerance and healthy insulin
function.
Alpha lipoic acid (ALA) supports healthy metabolic systems and structures. ALA
supports healthy insulin function in the body and healthy blood sugar levels.

2. Key Points
• Supports Healthy Metabolic Function: Pterocarpus marsupium, momordica
charantia (bitter
melon) and gymnema sylvestre are all well known for supporting balanced glucose
levels. Both
pterocarpus marsupium and gymnema sylvestre have also demonstrated an ability to
support
healthy function of the pancreas. Bitter melon has been shown to support glucose
tolerance and
the body’s ability to process sugars.
Ginseng and fenugreek are herbs that promote healthy glucose and cholesterol levels. In
addition, improved glucose tolerance and healthy insulin function are further supported
with chromium and vanadium.
• Supports Healthy Immune Response: Transfer factors are tiny molecules that
transfer immunity
information from one entity to another. These “smart molecules” support healthy immune
responses, including the body’s ability to remember. 4Life Transfer Factor GluCoach
provides the
benefit of Targeted Transfer Factor for excellent support of metabolic and endocrine
systems.
• Provides Antioxidant Support: Alpha lipoic acid (ALA) has been shown to be an
important antioxidant to support healthy metabolic systems and structures. ALA supports
healthy insulin function in the body and healthy blood sugar levels.
Maintaining healthy glucose (sugar) levels is an important part of pancreatic health
and an even more
important aspect of good health for millions of people around the world. Metabolic and
endocrine
disorders keep your body from producing or properly using insulin, a hormone that is
needed to
convert sugar, starch and other foods into the energy needed for daily life.
4Life Transfer Factor GluCoach is formulated to promote healthy glucose levels in the
body and
provide support for both the metabolic and endocrine systems. In addition to patented
Targeted
Transfer Factor technology, Transfer Factor GluCoach is formulated with minerals,
herbs and
phytonutrients that have been clinically shown
What is pre-diabetes?
Pre-diabetes occurs when blood glucose levels are higher than normal, but lower than
levels used to diagnose diabetes. Other phrases sometimes used to describe pre-diabetes
include “borderline diabetes” or “blood sugar a little high.” People with pre-diabetes are
said to have impaired glucose tolerance and/or impaired fasting glucose levels. The
American Diabetes Association defines impaired glucose tolerance and impaired fasting
glucose as:
• Impaired Glucose Tolerance = A 2-hour value of an oral glucose
tolerance test that is greater than or equal to 140 mg/dl but less than
200 mg/dl.

3. • Impaired Fasting Glucose = A fasting blood glucose level of greater
than or equal to 100mg/dl but less than 126 mg/dl.
Pre-diabetes puts people at high risk for developing diabetes, but also gives
them a head start on preventing this disease. People told that they have pre-
diabetes can often bring their blood glucose levels back down to normal by
balancing a healthy diet with physical activity and weight loss.
Can people with diabetes prevent the complications of
this disease?
Diabetes is a serious disease that can affect the heart, circulation, eyes, feet,
kidneys, nervous system, teeth, and gums. Diabetes affects so many organs
and systems, because blood travels throughout the whole body. When blood
glucose becomes too high, it can damage the blood vessels of the body and
lead to cardiovascular disease, retinopathy, amputations, kidney disease,
neuropathy, and impotence. The risk of these complications can be greatly
reduced by keeping blood glucose levels within the target range. For this
reason, it is important to check blood glucose levels every day, and share
these values with a health care provider.
If you've been diagnosed with diabetes, your doctor has probably
mentioned that you should pay careful attention to nutrition and diet
as part of your treatment program. Nutrition experts say that there is

4. no one diet for diabetes, but people with diabetes should follow the
nutrition guidelines while paying special attention to carbohydrate
intake. People with diabetes should also eat about the same amount of
food at the same time each day to keep blood sugar levels stable.
Getting Started With Nutrition Treatment
If you've never attempted to eat a healthy, well-balanced diet before your diabetes
diagnosis, it can be difficult to know where to get started. Try these tips from the
American Dietetic Association:
• Eat more starches such as bread, cereal, and starchy vegetables. Aim for
six servings a day or more. For example, have cold cereal with nonfat milk or
a bagel with a teaspoon of jelly for breakfast. Another starch-adding strategy
is to add cooked black beans, corn or garbanzo beans to salads or casseroles.
• Eat five fruits and vegetables every day. Have a piece of fruit or two as a
snack, or add vegetables to chili, stir-fried dishes or stews. You can also pack
raw vegetables for lunch or snacks.
• Eat sugars and sweets in moderation. Include your favorite sweets in
your diet once or twice a week at most. Split a dessert to satisfy your sweet
tooth while reducing the sugar, fat and calories.
Soluble fibers are found mainly in fruits, vegetables and some seeds, and are
especially good for people with diabetes because they help to slow down or reduce
the absorption of glucose from the intestines. Legumes, such as cooked kidney
beans, are among the highest soluble fiber foods. Other fiber-containing foods, such
as carrots, also have a positive effect on blood sugar levels. Insoluble fibers, found in
bran, whole grains and nuts, act as intestinal scrubbers by cleaning out the lower
gastrointestinal tract.
After a diabetes diagnosis, consider seeing a dietitian and developing a meal plan to
get started. Taking into account your lifestyle, your medication, your weight and any
medical conditions you may have in addition to diabetes as well as your favorite
foods, the dietitian will help you create a diet that will prevent complications of
diabetes and still give you the pleasure you've always had in eating
A Healthier Weight and Lifestyle
Reaching and maintaining a healthy weight is important for everyone with diabetes.
Weight control is extremely important in treating type 2 diabetes because extra body
fat makes it difficult for people with type 2 diabetes to make and use their own
insulin. If you are overweight, losing just 10 to 20 pounds may improve your blood
sugar control so much that you can stop taking or reduce your medication.
If you smoke and have been diagnosed with diabetes, your doctor will recommend
that you quit because smoking makes problems caused by diabetes worse. People
with diabetes can experience blood flow problems in the legs and feet, which can
sometimes lead to amputation. Smoking can decrease blood flow even more.

5. Smoking can also worsen sexual impotence in men, cause high levels of LDL
cholesterol (the bad type of cholesterol), and can raise the risk of heart attack and
stroke. If you have diabetes and you smoke, you need to quit.
Although alcohol in small amounts can be fit into your meal plan if your blood sugar
is under good control, drinking alcohol on an empty stomach can cause low blood
sugar. Alcohol can contribute to complications of diabetes, so ask your doctor how
much alcohol can be included in your meal plan and then stick to it.
Moderating Sugar, Fat and Carbohydrates
If you've been diagnosed with diabetes, you may have a lot of lifestyle changes to
make. Does that mean you have to give up sugar, fat and carbohydrates forever?
The body breaks down different types of foods at different rates. Carbohydrates (be
it potato or table sugar) typically take from five minutes to three hours to digest,
whereas protein takes three to six hours and fat can take eight or more hours. That's
why different foods have different effects on blood sugar, such as why ice cream
(higher in fat) raises blood sugar levels more slowly than potatoes. But people with
diabetes don’t always have to forgo desserts and sweets. They just have to be sure
not to eat moderate amounts more than once or twice a week.
To control carbohydrates, try a technique called carbohydrate counting.
Carbohydrate counting means counting the total number of grams of carbohydrate
you should eat at a meal or planned snack time based on your medication and
exercise habits. Then you can choose how to meet those carbohydrate needs. You'll
probably use a carbohydrate counting book, which you can get at a supermarket or
bookstore. If you want to learn how to count carbohydrates accurately, make an
appointment with a dietitian or a diabetes educator.
Because people with diabetes are at higher risk for heart problems, it's often
recommended that they limit fat below 30 percent of total daily calories by eating
less overall fat and less saturated fat. They also need to watch cholesterol, choose
smaller portions of lean meats, poultry and fish, and low or non-fat dairy products.
Because high-protein diets such as the Atkins diets are high in fat, they are not
usually recommended for people with diabetes.
Remember that it will take a while to learn how to adjust to the changes in your diet
and lifestyle after a diabetes diagnosis. With practice and help, you can have a
satisfying diet and keep your blood sugar under control, too.
How Does Alcohol Affect Your Glucose Levels?

6. If you want to "toast" in the New Year, it's probably OK to have a drink. Although
alcohol can lead to hypoglycemia in some people with type 1 diabetes, the ADA notes
that when alcohol is used in moderation and with food, it doesn't affect blood glucose
in people whose diabetes is well controlled.
Still, there have been reports of hypoglycemia the morning following an evening drink.
British researchers investigated this "delayed hypoglycemia" phenomenon among men
with type 1 diabetes. Their subjects had regular insulin injections and a standard meal
in the evening, and a basal insulin infusion at 11 p.m. They drank either dry white wine
or mineral water over a 90-minute period after 9 p.m.
The researchers found no differences in evening or overnight blood glucose levels. In
the morning, fasting and postprandial blood glucose levels were significantly lower
after drinking the wine; five of the six subjects needed treatment for hypoglycemia
around 10 a.m. No hypoglycemia occurred in those who drank water.
You're probably well aware of how your own body reacts to an alcoholic beverage.
Enjoy the holidays - but keep track of your intake and make adjustments as needed.
Remember, one drink is a 12-oz beer, 5 oz of wine, or 1-1/2 oz of spirits. ADA
suggests you count a drink as fat calories or two fat exchanges.