Chromium

Chromium Supplements

Chromium is present in traces in all organic matter. It is a grayish-white metallic element. Earlier it was considered poisonous for human beings, but now said to be vital health.

Chromium Supplements
Nature Made Chromium Extra Strength
Nature Made Chromium Extra Strength, 350 mcg, 100 Tablets (Pack of 4)



Nature Made Chromium Extra Strength helps insulin function properly and regulates the absorption of glucose into cells.

* No Artificial Colors
* No Artificial Flavors
* No chemical solvents, starch or gluten
* No preservatives
Chromium - 300% more effective than chromium picolinate
Chromium - 300% more effective than chromium picolinate



Chromium helps insulin metabolize fat, turn protein into muscle and convert sugar into energy. In fact, chromium-activated insulin increases the amount of blood sugar available for energy production nearly twenty-fold. A lack of chromium can result in type II diabetes, obesity and heart disease.

* 600% more effective than chromium chloride. 300% more effective than chromium picolinate.
* 100 capsules
* Each capsule contains 200 mcg of chromium.
Functions of Chromium in Our Body



• It prevents diabetes and controls high blood pressure.
• It controls fatty acids and cholesterol synthesis.
• It prevents and delays hardening of arteries.
• It helps to take protein where it is needed and also helps in growth.
• It gets depleted with age, injuries, surgical operations, and strenuous exercise.

Natural Sources of Chromium


Sources of Chromium are nuts, areca nut, betel leaves, mushrooms, beer, liver, cereals (whole), shellfish, brewer’s yeast, corn oil etc.
Daily Requirements of Chromium

The RDA (recommended daily allowance) is 5 - 200 mcg for an adult. It can be 10-60 mcg for infants, and 20 - 200 mcg for children.

Chromium Deficiency

• Its deficiency may cause poor glucose tolerance leading to diabetes.
• Its deficiency may also lead to atherosclerosis and protein-energy malnutrition.