Calories, Carbs, Protein, and Fat
There are also nutritional differences between the two supplement drinks. Original flavor Glucerna has 180 calories per 8-ounce (oz) bottle, compared with 220 calories in the same serving size of Ensure.
Glucerna is also higher in fat, protein, and fiber and lower in carbohydrates than Ensure. An 8-oz serving of Glucerna provides:
- 9 grams (g) of fat
- 16 g of carbs
- 4 g of fiber
- 10 g of protein
The same size serving of Ensure contains:
- 6 g of fat
- 33 g of carbohydrates
- 1 g of fiber
- 9 g of protein
The higher fat and fiber content helps delay stomach emptying, which supports better blood sugar control, according to Mayo Clinic.