Product analysis
Chromium Picolinate 500 mcg offers a clearly identified chromium source with favorable form-quality and cost evidence. Its connection to blood sugar markers does not establish faster metabolism or weight loss.
AI assessment of the formula, label and price. How scoring works
Nutrient Quality100
Chromium picolinate has favorable form-quality evidence. That does not establish a greater effect on energy expenditure or weight.
Ingredient Transparency100
Ingredient amounts are stated, making the serving quantities clear. The forms are also identified, making comparison between preparations straightforward.
Value For Money100
The chromium cost comparison suggests favorable value for the amount delivered. Low cost does not establish benefits for weight or metabolic rate.
Customer Satisfaction89
Customer feedback is very favorable across a substantial number of ratings. Specific experiences and health benefits cannot be inferred from the ratings.
Product Focus49
The metabolism-related purpose has limited support for everyday energy expenditure. Findings about blood sugar handling do not establish weight-loss effects.
- Format
Tablet - Container
- 90 Tablet(s)
- Per serving
- $0.11
- Customer rating
- 4.8 · 2,947 ratings
Goals
Chromium's connection to blood sugar control doesn't mean it makes your body burn more energy. Insulin sensitivity and whole-body energy expenditure are different outcomes. Whether taking it increases everyday metabolic rate is unclear, and an amount associated with metabolic markers can't be assumed to produce a weight-loss benefit.
How this product is rated for Metabolism Support
Ingredient fit97
Goal fit
Dose adequacy
Pathways16
Depth
Breadth
Evidence56
Evidence strength
Studied preparation
Formulation logic100
Partner coverage
Conflicts
Effective doses
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount per serving | Score |
|---|---|---|
Chromium (Chromium Picolinate) | 500 mcg |
How this ingredient is rated
Active Ingredient Quality & Bioavailability70
Chromium Chemical Form
Branded & Trademarked Sources
Dose, Safety & Label Transparency85
Elemental Chromium Dosage
Label Transparency & Disclosure
Value100
Price per 200 mcg Chromium
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Sources
Published studies used for the product analysis and the top-ranked studies for each ingredient and goal.
- Elevated intakes of supplemental chromium improve glucose and insulin variables in individuals with type 2 diabetes.
- Chromium Supplementation and the Effects on Metabolic Status in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial.
- A Comprehensive insight into the effect of chromium supplementation on oxidative stress indices in diabetes mellitus: A systematic review.
- Comparison of nutritional supplements in improving glycolipid metabolism and endocrine function in polycystic ovary syndrome: a systematic review and network meta-analysis.
- [Chromium supplementation in patients with type 2 diabetes and high risk of type 2 diabetes: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials].
- The Influences of Chromium Supplementation on Metabolic Status in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus and Coronary Heart Disease.
- Chromium picolinate supplementation attenuates body weight gain and increases insulin sensitivity in subjects with type 2 diabetes.
- Chromium picolinate reduces insulin resistance in polycystic ovary syndrome: Randomized controlled trial.
- Chromium supplementation and polycystic ovary syndrome: A systematic review and meta-analysis.
- Chromium picolinate balances the metabolic and clinical markers in nonalcoholic fatty liver disease: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial.