Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is Sugar Relief™?
ANSWER: Sugar Relief™ is a Herbal Formula that combines 4 liquid herbal extracts (plus herbal flavouring) that each have a specific action on  blood sugar levels. Of all the different forms you can take herbal medicine (pills, capsules etc) liquid extracts are the most effective form  for two reasons. One, they retain the medicinal properties of the whole plant and two they are readily absorbed into the bloodstream. (For example: Herbal liquid extract are on average 6 times stronger than herbal capsules).

Sugar Releif™ has been created to help people overcome their sugar cravings while and at the same time metabolize excess sugar in the blood. Also remember if you are taking  any prescribed medication for Diabetes  YOU MUST consult your doctor before taking Sugar Relief.) Sugar Relief is a great aid while changing your eating habits from a high sugar and carbohydrate to a low sugar and carbohydrate diet. Remember, carbohydrates break down to sugar (glucose) in the body. Sugar Relief comes with a step-by-step programme that shows you how to do this over a period of 28 days.

Sugar Relief™ consists of all-natural ingredients that are essential in making it safe and effective. It contains no chemically generated compounds, fillers, or artificial additives and unlike pharmaceutical drugs, does not require a prescription and has zero negative side effects.

The Sugar Relief™ Formula is made from 100% safe herbal liquid extracts as they are the most potent form of herbs. They contain the whole plant plus vitamins, enzymes and minerals that aid absorption and efficient transport to target sites in the body. Sugar Relief works very quickly in the body and most people find that sugar cravings disappear within minutes after taking it.

The liquid herbs I use have been clinically tested and proven to have beneficial effect on speeding up the process of metabolising sugar out of the bloodstream as well as lowering  sugar cravings.

Sugar Relief™ Contains for example:

Gymnema Sylvestre is probably the most powerful herbal agent for improving Blood Sugar Levels and to ease sugar cravings. Studies have shown that Gymnema may help type 2 Diabetics.

A Harvard study indicates the Gymnema Sylvestre can lower blood sugar levels in Type 1 and Type 2 diabetics. A King's College, London, study states that Gymnema acts by increasing cell permatibility, therefore reducing insulin resistance

Below is a brief explanation of some other key ingredients in Sugar Relief™ and it’s proven benefit (often over centuries of use) in safely normalising blood sugar levels and promoting good health.

Cinnamon speeds up glucose metabolism by mimicking insulin. Studies have shown that a group who took Cinnamon extract had a significant reduction in blood sugar levels.

USDA research indicates that Cinnamon reduces the amount of insulin necessary for glucose metabolism. Furthermore, Cinammon has been shown to stimulate glucose uptake and glycogen synthesis to similar level as insulin.

Chromium has been proven in over 20 studies to lower insulin levels and improve glucose tolerance. It is also known to reduce sugar cravings and support the natural balance of glucose in the body.

Starting in the 1960's reports have shown that Chromium helps cells respond properly to naturally produced insulin. Current estimates show that 90% of Americans are lacking in this essential mineral nutrient.

Sugar Relief™ also contains a pleasant tasting flavouring of orange, fennel and liquorice flavouring.

2. Who needs Sugar Relief™?
ANSWER: Anyone who wants/needs to make the effort to break their habitual eating of sugar  and cut down sugar and high GI carbohydrate intake. People with conditions that are made worse by sugar consumption and also people who experience hyperglycemic symptoms from eating too much sugar or carbohydrates will benefit from taking this formula. Taking Sugar Relief as well as following a programme of reduced sugar  and carbohydrates in the diet will help to  break negative eating patterns that keep you locked into habitual eating of sugar  and carbohydrates.People who are overweight will benefit from taking Sugar Relief as well as doing the 28 day programme’ FREE FROM SUGAR IN 28 DAYS’

3. How do I know if I have sugar related symptom?
ANSWER: This can be difficult to pinpoint because many of the symptoms of sugar overload can also be triggered by other conditions. However you can usually tell by the time the symptoms take to appear AFTER eating sugar. This can vary from person to person but anywhere between 15 mins and an hour on average.The main symptoms are bloating (pain in the area of the abdomen) wind, excessive thirst, irritability, scratching. Long term signs are weight gain due to the body storing excess glucose  as fat.

4. Can Sugar Relief help to prevent developing Diabetes 2?
ANSWER: As medical science is unable to establish the  cause of Diabetes 2, we do know that lifestyle (lack of exercise and a sedentry lifestyle) as well as excess sugar (including carbohydrates) in the diet definitly are linked to Diabetes 2. Given these facts Sugar Relief can certainly be of assistance in prevention in that it will help you keep sugar consumption in check by lowering sugar craving and also have some effect on metabolizing excess sugar in the blood.

5. Can I take Sugar Relief if I have Diabetes?
ANSWER: Yes, there are several examples of people that have benefitting from taking Sugar Relief and following the programme. They have experienced lower blood sugar levels But if you are taking insulin you should consult with your doctor, (see question 8).

6. Will I be able to take less insulin if I take Sugar Relief and follow the programme?
ANSWER: Because of the laws connected to Herbal Medicine no medical claims can be made. However, over a period of time following the programme and the low carbohydrate diet  (with the help of Sugar Relief) you may find it is possible to lower

7. Does Sugar Relief have any Side effects?
ANSWER: No, not if taken as prescribed.

8. Is there any risk using Sugar relief in combination with other suppliments or medicines I am taking?
ANSWER: There may be interactions between prescription drugs and herbs. If you are currently using a prescription drug you should consult your medical doctor or a naturopathic physician before taking Sugar Relief. Throughout history, all over the world, herbal medicines have caused relatively few harmful incidences when used intelligently and as recommended.

9. Can I take Sugar Relief safely during pregnancy?
ANSWER: Although there are many herbs that are safe to use during pregnancy,we recommends on the label that Sugar Relief should not be used during pregnancy.

10. What is the best way to take Sugar Relief
ANSWER: There are several ways to take Sugar Relief safely and effectively.Below is a summary of some of the ways to take  herbal liquid extracts with the first being the best:
1. Add drops to a small amount of water.
2. Add drops to a small amount of herbal tea such as peppermint or fennel.               
3. Add drops to a small amount of diluted juice such as grape or apple juice
4. Add drops to a vegetarian "00" capsule and swallow quickly before capsule dissolves with a small amount of water

11. Can children use herbal extracts safely?
ANSWER: Yes! In fact liquids are the preferred method for children to take medicinal remedies.The addition of a pleasant herbal flavouring (fennel, orange and liquorice) make the formula more palatable for both children and adults

12. Why is there alcohol in Sugar Relief?
ANSWER: Pure grain alcohol is used to prepare herbal extracts because it functions very well as a solvent and as a preservative. The properties of alcohol enable it to effectively mobilize the constituents that are active in plants from with the plants cell wall and bring them into solution. This is simply a process of pre-digesting the plant. In this way when the extract is ingested there is 100 % absorption and 100 % bioavailability. This is so important especially if one's digestive functions are impaired or one needs a response from the herbal preparation quickly. Liquid herbal extracts work quickly. Because they do not need to move through the first pass of the liver for digestion, they enter the bloodstream immediately and affect their receptor sites within the body within minutes after consumption. Pure grain alcohol also acts as a wonderful preservative. A liquid herbal extract will remain stable for over 5 years while crude herb capsules and tablets tend to degrade very quickly. Effectiveness of herbal tablets and capsules containing dry crude herbs is minimal.

13. How often do I take Sugar Relief?
ANSWER: The recommendation is to take it 2-3 times a day during the programme. It  can also  be taken as a single dose for acute  (sudden) onset of sugar overload symptoms (hyperglycemia) to quickly ease these uncomfortable symptoms.

14. For how long do I take Sugar Relief?
ANSWER: You take Sugar Relief as long as you feel it helps you.
It can be from just the first 7 days to the whole period of 28 days.
One bottle lasts approximately 1 week.
Also it can be taken as single doses as the need arises.

15. Can I take it on an empty stomach?
ANSWER: Yes, Sugar Relief is intended to be taken in between meals. However not immediately upon rising. Wait till after breakfast..

16. Can I do the programme over again if I have a relapse?
ANSWER: Of course, getting free from sugar is more difficult for some than others. It is not uncommon to make your best effort and then give into sugar craving and feel defeated. The longer you can stay on the programme the less chance you will go backwards. Every little effort helps free the ody from habitual sugar consumption and sugar overload.

17. Where do the herbs come from?
ANSWER: They carefully selected highly concentrated and GMO-free herbal extracts grown in New Zealand and Australia. The individual herbs is delivered by PhytoMed Medicinal Herbs Ltd. which is New Zealands largest manufacturer of herbal liquid extracts since almost a decade. PhytoMed actively supports local herb farmers in New Zealand and many of the herbs are organic. Their Manufacturing Standards and the system they use for testing and checking consistency and quality every step in the the process of the production ensures that the herbs meets the highest standard.
Sugar Relief comes in a steralised and sealed compact 100 ml glass bottle with an inbuilt measure dropper

18. How does herbal medicine work in the body?
ANSWER: Herbal medicine in the form of liquid extracts pass immediately into the bloodstream, by-passing the liver. They are then transported to the receptor sites (the target organs) needed and absorbed though blood vessels or capilliaries.

19. How do I order Sugar Relief Pack?
ANSWER: You order by click on the order button link and fill out the form there. You don't need to pay anything today. You pay by cheque or bank draft within 10 days after you recieved your Sugar Relief package.
Make your checque or bank draft out to: Riccola Remedies Inc P.O. Box 47244, Ponsonby 10693, Auckland, New Zealand

16. How long does it takes before I get my Sugar Relief package?
ANSWER: Your package is shipped within 48 hours and then depending on where you live it takes:
New Zealand premium: 1-3 days
worldwide postage: 7-14 days.

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