Nutrisorb Chromium (as picolinate)

Chromium has several interrelated benefits.

1. Chromium is a component of Glucose Tolerance Factor, and aids in insulin utilization and blood sugar control. For this reason it is commonly used by people with concerns around hypoglycemia (low blood sugar), Syndrome X and diabetes.
2. Because of its role in insulin utilization and blood sugar control, chromium supplementation can be helpful for people with sugar and carbohydrate cravings. Reduced cravings are typically noticed within one week on a suitable dosage. 
3. Chromium supplementation may help control cholesterol. One study has shown chromium supplementation may lower blood LDL cholesterol ('bad' cholesterol) while mildly raising HDL (high-density lipoprotein), the good portion of cholesterol. This lowers the risk for coronary artery disease (heart disease). The same study also showed reduced insulin levels .[J Nutr Biochem, 1998;9: pp.471-475]
4. Chromium may help with depression when its related to candida and sugar cravings. A new double-blind, placebo-controlled 8-week clinical trial in 113 patients diagnosed with atypical depression found that supplementation with chromium picolinate had significant anti-depressant effects in a patient sub-group with high levels of carbohydrate cravings. Patients with the highest level of carbohydrate cravings at baseline experienced the most significant clinical response to chromium supplementation. These findings built on results previously reported in a pilot study published in the Journal of Biological Psychiatry and conducted at the Duke University Medical Center Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences. (Reported in The Journal of Psychiatric Practice (2005; 11: 3 02 14)
   Dosage for depresssion: On April 3rd 2011, we attended the keynote lecture with Patrick Hollford at the Natural and Organic Products show in Olympia, London. He said that he recommended his patients with depression to try 600mcg's per day.
5. Chromium supplementation may also help with weight loss. Preliminary research in animals and humans suggested that chromium picolinate increases fat loss and promotes a gain in lean muscle tissue. So it’s good for those seeking to lose weight, and for people who are already working out in the gym trying to improve muscle tone. Double-blind research has also reported a reduction in body fat and body weight in people who took chromium supplements every day for three months.^1,2

Additional Information

• Provides a readily absorbable source of chromium
• Chromium levels may decline with increasing age
• Chromium is a constituent of Glucose Tolerance Factor (GTF)
• Chromium is utilised in helping to support glucose and blood lipid metabolism
• Suitable for veterinary use as a food supplement for animals
• Suitable for children from 6 months and for the elderly

Product Info Per Daily Intake

Ingredients:

Nutrisorb Chromium Liquid: (Deionised Water, Chromium Chloride Hexahydrate,, Nicotinic acid, Glycine, Glutathione, Methionine, Preservative [Potassium Sorbate])

Recommended Intake

One drop taken twice daily in water with food, or directly under the tongue, or as professionally directed.
One bottle should last 3-6 months at the recommended dosage.

Warnings

• If you are under medical supervision, please consult a doctor before use
• This product should not be used as a substitute for a varied and balanced diet and healthy lifestyle.
• Do not exceed the stated recommended daily intake.
• Do not purchase if the seal is broken.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• Store below 25oC in a dry place away from direct sunlight and heat.

1. Kaats GR, Blum K, Fisher JA, Adelman JA. Effects of chromium picolinate supplementation on body composition: a randomized, double-masked, placebo-controlled study. Curr Ther Res 1996;57:747-56
2. Kaats GR, Blum K, Pullin D, et al. A randomized, double-masked, placebo-controlled study of the effects of chromium picolinate supplementation on body composition: a replication and extension of a previous study. Curr Ther Res 1998;59:379-88.

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