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Chitosan 500 mg Plus Chromium

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What the Evidence Says

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Chitosan is used to reduce dietary fat absorption, while chromium is studied for its role in supporting insulin sensitivity and glucose metabolism. Evidence for the efficacy of these ingredients in weight management is generally limited. Both components are typically well-tolerated when used as directed.

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Product Label

Label for Chitosan 500 mg Plus Chromium
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Label Data

3 Veg Capsule(s)
Serving Size
80
Servings
Other Combinations
Product Type
50%
Evidence Coverage
Ingredients

Supplement Facts — Evidence Check

300 mcg (857% DV)
8.6× RDA — above typical dose 199 studies (A:1, B:55)
Chitosan
1.5 Gram(s)

Other Ingredients

Hypromellose Stearic Acid Silicon Dioxide
Claims

Label Claims — Verification

Unverified Nutrient
Unverified All Other
Unverified Structure/Function
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Product Information

Directions for Use

Suggested Usage:Take 3 capsules immediately before the 2 main meals of the day. Do not exceed 6 capsules per day. Take in conjunction with a sensible diet and exercise program. Take at least 4 hours before or after fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, K) or medications.

Warnings & Precautions

Take at least 4 hours before or after fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, K) or medications.

Caution: For adults only.

Avoid using if allergic to shellfish.

Not to be used by pregnant or nursing women. Consult physician if taking medication or have a medical condition.

Keep out of reach of children.

Contains shellfish (shrimp).

Not manufactured with wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish or tree nut ingredients. Produced in a GMP facility that processes other ingredients containing these allergens.

Formulation Notes

Chitosan is a polysaccharide derived from the shells of crustaceans that can bind to fat and cholesterol in the digestive tract, helping to maintain cholesterol levels already within healthy range. NOW Chitosan features LipoSan ULTRA, a patented high-density form of Chitosan that, in laboratory testing, binds up to five times more fat than conventional Chitosan. A clinical study has demonstrated that LipoSan ULTRA may aid in supporting a healthy body weight. Chromium, a mineral essential for normal glucose metabolism, has been included to complete this formula.

Natural color variation may occur in this product.

Weight management Super fat absorption action Supports cholesterol levels already within the healthy range

Non-GMO

Not manufactured with wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish or tree nut ingredients.

Additional Information

General health Family owned since 1968.

Store in a cool, dry place after opening.

GMP Quality Assured

Metadata

Product Details

UPC / SKU7 33739 02026 0
DSLD Entry Date2021-04-22
Product TypeOther Combinations
FormCapsule
BrandNOW
DSLD ID245299
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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