Chromium is a vital trace mineral which can help the body's insulin to metabolise fat, maintain blood sugar levels and reduce sugar cravings.
Chromium like iron, copper and zinc is one of 16 essential trace minerals your body needs to keep healthy and fit. In its biologically organic and active form - and the one used by Healthspan - this precious metal can help insulin metabolise fat, turn protein into muscle and convert sugar into energy. Healthspan use the highest quality form of Chromium called Chromium picolinate. This form of Chromium is at the heart of a biologically active complex called Glucose Tolerance Factor or 'GTF' which is responsible for increasing the action of insulin in the body, thereby helping to stabilise blood sugar levels.
Insulin is a vital hormone produced by the pancreas which is responsible for the absorption of glucose (sugar) into the liver and into muscle cells where it is converted into energy. It is also responsible for transporting glucose inside cells and maintaining the right blood sugar and blood cholesterol levels.
This unique form of Chromium is far more potent than other commonly used types such as inorganic Chromium chloride, the most common and less bioavailable Chromium supplement. Chromium is widely known as the 'master nutrient' for controlling blood sugar. It can help to overcome sugar cravings, a problem many overweight people experience due to diets high in sugars and refined carbohydrates. Because of its actions on the blood sugar it can also help to prevent many other symptoms associated with low blood sugars such as headaches, dizziness and irritability. A lack of Chromium can impair insulin function effecting energy production. Worse still, it can lead to type II diabetes, also known as 'adult onset' diabetes.
The recommended adult daily dosage is 200 micrograms taken with a meal. This is the level used in our formulation.