Product analysis
Chromium Picolinate 200 mcg offers an affordable, clearly identified chromium supplement with a possible role in blood sugar regulation. A faster metabolism is not an established benefit.
AI assessment of the formula, label and price. How scoring works
Nutrient Quality100
Chromium picolinate is a favorable form for this nutrient. The exact form is identified clearly, allowing a precise comparison with other chromium supplements.
Ingredient Transparency100
Both the chromium amount and its form are disclosed. That gives a clear description for comparing servings and preparations.
Value For Money100
The chromium serving is very affordably priced. Its clear form also makes comparisons with similar supplements straightforward.
Customer Satisfaction72
Customer feedback is strongly positive across several hundred ratings. The review base gives a useful picture of satisfaction, without confirming health effects.
Product Focus49
The possible benefit concerns blood sugar regulation. Taking chromium has not been shown here to make the body burn more energy.
- Format
Tablet - Container
- 240 Tablet(s)
- Per serving
- $0.03
- Also available
Chromium Picolinate 1000 mcg$9.28- Customer rating
- 4.6 · 264 ratings
Goals
Chromium relates to blood sugar control, but that is different from increasing the energy your body burns. Whether taking it speeds up metabolism is unclear.
How this product is rated for Metabolism Support
Ingredient fit77
Goal fit
Dose adequacy
Pathways8
Depth
Breadth
Evidence56
Evidence strength
Studied preparation
Formulation logic100
Partner coverage
Conflicts
Effective doses
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount per serving | Score |
|---|---|---|
Chromium (Chromium Picolinate) | 200 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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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.