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Chromium Picolinate

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  • No ingredients exceed tolerable upper intake levels
  • 100% of ingredients have research evidence
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What the Evidence Says

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Chromium picolinate and vitamin B6 are researched for their roles in supporting glucose metabolism and insulin sensitivity. Evidence for chromium's efficacy in blood sugar management is generally considered limited to moderate. Both ingredients are typically well-tolerated when taken within recommended daily allowances.

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Label for Chromium Picolinate
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Label Data

1 Capsule(s)
Serving Size
Single Vitamin and Mineral
Product Type
100%
Evidence Coverage
Ingredients

Supplement Facts — Evidence Check

2 mg (100% DV)
1.5× RDA — within safe limits 114 studies (A:3, B:35)
200 mcg (167% DV)
5.7× RDA — above typical dose 199 studies (A:1, B:55)

Other Ingredients

Cellulose Cellulose Rice Bran extract Silica Vegetable Glaze Sunflower Oil
Claims

Label Claims — Verification

Unverified Nutrient
Unverified All Other
Unverified Structure/Function
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Product Information

Directions for Use

Directions: Adults take one (1) capsule daily with food or as directed by a health care professional.

Warnings & Precautions

As a reminder, discuss the supplements and medications that you take with your health care providers. Caution: If you are pregnant, nursing, diabetic, hypoglycemic, taking medication, have a medical condition, or planning surgery, consult a doctor before using this product.

Do not use if you have gastric or duodenal ulcers. Stop using and consult a doctor if any adverse reactions occur. Do not accept if seal is broken.

Keep out of the reach of children.

Formulation Notes

Chromium appears to be involved in carbohydrate, fat, and protein metabolism.

Vitamin B6 helps convert carbohydrates, fats and proteins into energy.

Yes Certified gluten-free by GFCO.org

Yes Certified Vegan by the AVA

Yes Kosher

No Yeast, corn or wheat No Soy, milk or salt No Sugar or preservatives No Artificial colors, flavors or sweeteners No Magnesium Stearate No GMOs

Biologically active Chromium

Certified gluten-free

Includes Vitamin B6 for energy metabolism

Additional Information

This product promotes healthy blood sugar levels already within a normal range.

Yes Recyclable packaging Yes Manufacturing supports wind power

Certified B Corporation GF Certified Gluten-free K

Established 1971

Metabolizes carbs, fats, and proteins

Our Pledge of Integrity Authenticity Cleanliness Freshness Consistency Accuracy

Store in a dry place between 59(0)-86(0) F.

This product has been manufactured at a GMP Registered facility.

Product No. 1679 11N18NL

Metadata

Product Details

UPC / SKU0 15794 01679 3
DSLD Entry Date2019-05-28
Product TypeSingle Vitamin and Mineral
FormCapsule
DSLD ID201986
Data Updated2026-04-11
Research

Research Evidence

212
Research Sources
54
Avg Quality
102
Meta Analysis
79
Systematic Review
19
Rct
3
Narrative Review
3
Regulatory Source
2
Other
2
Clinical Trial
1
Openfda Safety
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Meta Analysis Lancet (London, England) 2016 PubMed DOI
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Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2021 PubMed DOI
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Systematic Review Journal of exposure science & environmental epidemiology 2025 PubMed DOI
B Effects of cobalt-chromium everolimus eluting stents or bare metal stent on fatal and non-fatal cardiovascular events: patient level meta-analysis
Meta Analysis BMJ (Clinical research ed.) 2014 PubMed DOI
B Chromium picolinate supplementation for overweight or obese adults
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2013 PubMed DOI
B Metalloestrogens exposure and risk of gestational diabetes mellitus: Evidence emerging from the systematic review and meta-analysis
Meta Analysis Environmental research 2024 PubMed DOI
B Trace elements in schizophrenia: a systematic review and meta-analysis of 39 studies (N = 5151 participants)
Meta Analysis Nutrition reviews 2020 PubMed DOI
B A meta-analysis of heavy metals pollution in farmland and urban soils in China over the past 20 years
Meta Analysis Journal of environmental sciences (China) 2021 PubMed DOI
B The spatiotemporal variation in heavy metals in China's farmland soil over the past 20 years: A meta-analysis
Meta Analysis The Science of the total environment 2022 PubMed DOI
B Human health risk assessment from potentially toxic elements in the soils of Sudan: A meta-analysis
Meta Analysis The Science of the total environment 2025 PubMed DOI
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