GLPro Core [Provided by KGC]
GLPro Core [Provided by KGC]

With chuseok approaching, many people are searching for health-focused gifts for their parents. As "healthy longevity" — living longer in good health — and "slow aging" gain traction as wellness trends, interest in monitoring and managing everyday health is growing.

For middle-aged and older adults in particular, blood sugar is considered a key health indicator worth watching. The body's ability to regulate blood sugar can decline with age, yet changes in blood sugar levels do not always produce obvious warning signs. Regular monitoring and consistent management are recommended even in the absence of symptoms.

Statistics underscore the importance of blood sugar management for this age group. According to the "Diabetes Fact Sheet in Korea 2024" published by the Korean Diabetes Association, three in 10 adults aged 65 and older — 28 percent — had diabetes as of 2022. When prediabetes is factored in, the case for consistent, proactive blood sugar management becomes even stronger.

Jeong Kwan Jang offers GLPro, a blood sugar health brand built around red ginseng.

The flagship product is GLPro Core, a health functional food based on Jeong Kwan Jang red ginseng (KGC05pg) that has received recognition from the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety for its functionality in helping regulate blood sugar levels. A 12-week human clinical trial conducted on adults in need of blood sugar management confirmed improvements in key indicators including fasting blood glucose, postprandial blood glucose and glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c).

GLPro Double Cut combines Jeong Kwan Jang red ginseng with lemon balm extract powder blend, an ingredient shown to help reduce visceral fat. The product is designed for consumers looking to manage both blood sugar and body fat simultaneously.

"Thoughtfully considering your parents' health concerns can add deeper meaning to a chuseok gift," a KGC official said. "For those who have been paying attention to blood sugar management, GLPro could be the right choice."


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