Chromium is a trace mineral that supports metabolization of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins. Chromium picolinate is an absorbable format of this trace mineral, making it a common ingredient in supplements. 1, 2, ‡
Cypress Ingredients chromium picolinate is a fully chelated mineral, making it more easily absorbed by the body. Fully reacted, chelated minerals do not become disassociated in the stomach’s acidic environment. They remain covalently bonded and can be properly absorbed and used by the body. ‡
Fully reacted mineral ingredients, including our chromium picolinate are up to four times more bioavailable, with less inhibition by other minerals, and have fewer potential side effects. ‡
Chromium is a trace element, naturally available in a range of foods and commonly added to supplements. 1
There are two types of chromium: trivalent (+3) chromium and hexavalent (+6) chromium. Trivalent chromium is the safe and non-toxic format of this mineral. Hexavalent chromium is a toxic by-product of manufacturing and stainless steel processing. 3
Chromium is widely studied for its potential role in enabling insulin action and thereby supporting improved carbohydrate, lipid, and protein metabolism. Chromium is found primarily in the spleen, bones, soft tissue, and liver. 3
Chromium picolinate is an absorbable form of chromium, making it the ideal ingredient format for supplements. 1. ‡
Chromium picolinate is derived by attaching the chromium mineral to three picolinic acid molecules. 2
While there is ongoing research to determine if chromium is an essential mineral, we do know that chromium picolinate has several roles in the body.1, 2, 3, 4
Chromium picolinate and chromium are widely researched for their potential health benefits: ‡
The benefits of chromium picolinate include:
Supporting metabolism of fats, carbohydrates, and proteins‡
Providing support for more normalized insulin levels‡
‡These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.