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Chromium Picolinate

Chromium is an essential mineral needed for the metabolism of carbohydrates and fats. It may also help prevent insulin resistance, reduce cravings, and facilitate weight loss.

Can I Get Chromium Online?

You can get Chromium with a prescription from a doctor.

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Clinical Formula

C₁₈H₁₂CrN₃O₆

FDA Designation

Pyridinecarboxylic Acid

Other Names

Chromium GTF, Cr-GTF, CRM

Can I Buy Chromium Picolinate?

You can buy Chromium Picolinate as a part of our Lipo Burn formula. Enroll as a patient, and you will consult with a doctor. The medication will then be shipped straight to your door from the pharmacy.

Do we offer Chromium Picolinate as part of a treatment plan?

Yes

Decrease Hunger	Reduce cravings
Better Blood Sugar	Decreased insulin resistance

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How Does Chromium Picolinate Work?

Control Your Blood Sugar

The precise mechanism of action of chromium is unknown. According to experts, chromium binds to a small protein to form chromodulin, a substance that binds to and activates the insulin receptor to promote the effects of insulin in cells. The movement of glucose from the bloodstream into the cells can aid in blood sugar control.

Benefits of Chromium Picolinate

Potential benefits of using chromium include:

Decreased risk for insulin resistance
Better blood sugar control
Improved mood
Reduced cravings
Decreased hunger
Facilitate weight loss
Help with symptoms associated with polycystic ovary syndrome
Improve blood lipid levels

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Drug Details

Indications

What is Chromium Picolinate used for?

Chromium deficiency is rare, so there are no medical indications for chromium use.

Contraindications

When should you avoid Chromium Picolinate?

Chromium picolinate should not be used by people with the following conditions unless recommended by their healthcare provider:
Liver disease
Kidney disease
Diabetes
An allergy to leather products
Thyroid disease
Mental illness
Pregnant
Nursing
Using a steroid medication

Chromium Picolinate Side Effects

What are the side effects of Chromium Picolinate?

Side effects associated with chromium picolinate may include:

Common Chromium Picolinate Side Effects

Headaches
Sleep problems
Mood changes
Stop chromium use and call your doctor if you experience:
Thinking problems
Difficulty concentrating
Nausea and upper abdominal pain
Dark urine
Clay-colored stool
Jaundice

Rare Chromium Picolinate Side Effects

References

The Biochemistry of Chromium

https://academic.oup.com/jn/article/130/4/715/4686593
Chromium Supplementation in Diabetes

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24635480/
The Influence of Chromium Chloride

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16784965/
Risk of Type 2 Diabetes Is Lower in US Adults Taking Chromium-Containing Supplements

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26446484/
Effects of Chromium Picolinate on Food Intake and Satiety

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18715218/
Chromium Picolinate

https://www.drugs.com/mtm/chromium-picolinate.html
Chromium: Fact Sheet for Health Professionals

https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/Chromium-HealthProfessional/
Micronutrient Information Center: Chromium

https://lpi.oregonstate.edu/mic/minerals/chromium

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