/ neutraceuticals / chromium picolinate
Chromium Picolinate
Preventive Intake: 200 mcg
Benefits:
- Helps the body use insulin more effectively.
- Balances blood sugar and energy levels.
- Enhances the body's ability to transport sugar.
- Stimulates growth of muscle tissue.
- Decreases body fat levels and triglycerides.
- Decreases total and LDL (bad) cholesterol levels, while increasing HDL (good cholesterol) levels.
- Promotes bone health.
- Aids in preventing obesity and hypertension.
- Used in treatment of strokes, Chron's disease, colitis, gastritis, MS, migraines and acne.
- Keeps arteries clear, promotes better circulation and has shown to help prevent heart disease.
- In studies, animals that take chromium live approximately 37% longer.
- May completely prevent adult onset diabetes.
Deficiencies May Cause: Poor glucose tolerance and low blood sugar.
Food Sources: Brewer's yeast, barley, broccoli, ham, grape juice, red and white meats, seafood, eggs and fresh fruit.