Health Benefits of Chromium

What is Chromium?

Chromium is a bright red, naturally occurring mineral first discovered in brewer’s yeast in 1917. It is commonly considered an essential trace element, meaning mammals require only small amounts of it for optimal health. There are two forms of chromium that we know of: chromium trivalent, which is biologically active and found in some foods, and chromium hexavalent, which is toxic and a result of industrial pollution. The chromium trivalent in most supplements is usually compounded with picolinic acid, a white substance that makes the mineral more easily absorbable for humans and other mammals. The resulting compound is called chromium picolinate (CrPic3)1. Foods that contain chromium include broccoli, green beans, apples, bananas, cheese, milk, whole grain breads, meat and poultry. Foods that are high in simple sugars, like candy bars and fast food, are low in chromium.

How does Chromium work?

Scientists believe that chromium plays a vital role in metabolizing carbohydrates and lipids or fats. It also seems to be pivotal in helping the pancreas produce sufficient amounts of insulin when it needs to, as well as in helping the body regulate glucose levels. In people who are insulin resistant — meaning their pancreas produces insulin, but they’re body does not respond to it correctly, sending blood sugar levels higher than normal in a condition known as prediabetes — chromium can help increase insulin sensitivity, which means it helps your body react appropriately to the insulin and reduce glucose in the bloodstream1. People with insulin resistance usually don’t usually know it unless they get a specific blood test from a doctor. In the same way, high blood pressure and low levels of “good” cholesterol (HDL) are both factors that may indicate insulin resistance but present no symptoms2.

Products Featuring Chromium

For Humans:

Insulate Plus™ for Normal Blood Sugar Support

For Pets:

GlucoEnsure™ for Blood Sugar Support

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The content provided is for informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice. If you have a health condition, please consult a medical professional and do not use this information to self-diagnose or self-treat.

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