Product Description
Nature?s Harmony? Chromium Picolinate is formulated from a potent bioactive source of the trace mineral chromium that helps maintain healthy glucose levels. Chromium picolinate is the most popular form of this supplement, binding chromium to picolinic acid to make it more readily absorbed.
RECOMMENDED USE: Maintain healthy glucose levels.
DOSAGE FORM: Capsules:500 mcg
RECOMMENDATIONS:Take up to 2 capsules daily with food or as directed by a health care practitioner.
DESCRIPTION: Chromium is a vital trace element required for normal glucose metabolism and for the proper digestion and absorption of carbohydrates. Nature?s Harmony? Chromium Picolinate, available in 200 mcg and 500 mcg potencies, provides support for normal, healthy insulin action and glucose utilization.
Recommended Daily Allowance: 200 mcg is considered to be the safe upper limit for adults in good health; higher amounts should be taken only on the recommendation and under the supervision of a health care practitioner. Food Sources: Calf?s liver, chicken breasts, oysters, refried beans, brewer?s yeast, wheat germ, wheat bran, whole grains, mushrooms, peas, apples (skin on).
Causes of Deficiency: Consuming highly processed foods.
Symptoms of Deficiency: Insulin concerns.
Complementary Nutrients: Multi-vitamin.
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In this section you will find products that are designed not only to manage diabetes issues, but may also reduce the risk factors and possible onset of the disease state.
Food processing strips foods of chromium, particularly in refined grains.
RESEARCH: Several published clinical studies support the use of chromium picolinate to help maintain healthy glucose levels. One large human trial showed that increased chromium intake could improve glucose and insulin factors in people with type 2 Diabetes. The USDA conducted an impressive review of 20 years of research on chromium picolinate and found it to be more effective than other types of chromium for improving glucose and insulin variables associated with diabetes.
SIDE EFFECTS: Dietary intake and regular doses of supplemental chromium picolinate are considered quite safe with few if any side effects. However, high doses of chromium picolinate may result in headaches, insomnia and mood changes. High doses may also cause serious damage to kidney and liver function.
INTERACTIONS AND SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS: Consult your health care practitioner before use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or taking medication which lowers blood sugar.
Do not supplement with chromium picolinate if you suffer from a pre-existing kidney or liver problem.
Chromium picolinate supplements may interact with oral drugs for diabetes, NSAIDS and psychiatric medications. If you are taking any medications on a regular basis, consult with your health care practitioner before supplementing with chromium picolinate.
