Typical dose
200-1000 mcg daily
Rating
0.0/5
Oral
Oral safety: very low
About this supplement
Chromium Picolinate is a trace mineral that plays a crucial role in enhancing insulin sensitivity and glucose metabolism. It is a form of chromium that is bound to picolinic acid, which improves its absorption in the body. This compound is often used as a dietary supplement to support weight loss, improve blood sugar control, and enhance overall metabolic health.
How much to take
- Typical amount
- 200-1000 mcg daily
- Suggested range
- 200-1000 mcg
Potential benefits
Benefits linked to this supplement form:
Things to watch for
Possible side effects linked to this form:
Health goals
Needs and goals this form may help with:
- Appetite & Craving Control Metabolic & hormones
- Body Composition & Stubborn Weight Metabolic & hormones
- Thyroid & Metabolic Rate Metabolic & hormones
- Reproductive Hormone Balance Metabolic & hormones
- Blood Sugar Stability Metabolic & hormones
- Post-Meal Glucose Spikes Metabolic & hormones
- Menstrual Comfort & PMS Metabolic & hormones
- Perimenopause & Menopause Support Metabolic & hormones
- Topical Firming & Body Tone Metabolic & hormones
- Weight Management
- Blood Sugar Management
Other forms of Chromium
Compare absorption and active amounts with sibling forms:
Chromium
Chromium acetate
Chromium Ascorbate
Chromium carnosinate
Chromium dinicocysteinate
Chromium dinicotinate
Chromium dinicotinate glycinate
Chromium Fructo-Oligosaccharides
Chromium glutathionate
Chromium Nicotinate
Chromium nitrate
Chromium orotate
Chromium Picolinate Chelate
Chromium Polynicotinate
Chromium Yeast
Technical details â–¼
Chemical ID (CAS)
14639-25-9
Formula
C18H24CrN3O6
Physical properties
Chromium Picolinate is typically a yellow to brown powder that is soluble in water. It has a molecular weight of 419.24 g/mol.
How it’s made
Chromium Picolinate is synthesized through the reaction of chromium salts with picolinic acid, resulting in a stable compound that is easily absorbed by the body.