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(842 ratings)
Vanadium 100 mcg
Chromium 200 mcg
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Score66
Strong chromium and vanadium forms cannot compensate for an undisclosed blend that dominates the serving.
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Quantity:90 Tablet(s) • (45 servings)
Goals:
Metabolism Boost
Weight Loss

Score 66

Strong chromium and vanadium forms cannot compensate for an undisclosed blend that dominates the serving.
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$18.99($0.42 per serving)
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Analysis

Chromium dinicotinate glycinate and bis(maltolato)oxovanadium are clear, useful mineral forms for a metabolic-support product. Their amounts fit a focused formula and are not hidden in the blend.

Most of the serving weight sits in Trim Plex, whose ingredients and individual amounts are not supplied. That omission makes the central weight-management portion impossible to assess for dose, interactions, or meaningful contribution.

Two tablets per serving are reasonable and the mineral component appears competitive on value. The opaque majority of the formula is still too large a trade-off for a strong overall rating.

Who is it for
  • Adults seeking chromium and vanadium together
  • Users willing to verify the Trim Plex label
  • People comfortable with two tablets
Best for
  • Focused metabolic mineral support
  • Users who prioritize BMOV vanadium
  • Shortlisting pending full blend disclosure

Pros

  • Uses well-defined chromium form
  • Includes BMOV vanadium
  • Clear mineral amounts

Cons

  • Large proprietary blend is undisclosed
  • Full safety profile cannot be judged
  • Value depends on unknown blend contents

Warnings

  • Review the current Trim Plex ingredient list before use because the supplied data do not disclose its contents.

Nutrient quality

79 High impact

Chromium dinicotinate glycinate and BMOV vanadium are high-quality organic forms. The mineral amounts are meaningful, but the contribution of the large Trim Plex blend cannot be judged ingredient by ingredient, while chromium and vanadium may add to glucose-lowering medication effects in sensitive users.

Ingredient transparency

47 Lower impact

The mineral amounts are clear, while Trim Plex hides its composition and individual doses. Serving totals are apparent, but full directions and inactive ingredients are not supplied.

Customer satisfaction

64 Moderate impact

The supplied average rating is positive but less consistent than leading options. A large rating base gives the average good reliability, while complaint and firsthand experience details are unavailable.

Value for money

77 High impact

Formula quality supports the asking position well. The serving value is reasonably competitive within the category.

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Goals

Metabolism Boost
Impact
Highest effect
B Goal FitA- Strength of SupportB- CoverageA- Formula Quality

Chromium provides targeted glycemic support, while the companion botanical broadens carbohydrate-metabolism coverage. The disclosed chromium form and amount are practical, though evidence for the botanical contribution is less consistent.

The formula is coherent and avoids a large stimulant blend. Its metabolic role centers on insulin sensitivity rather than directly increasing energy expenditure or fat oxidation.

Study evidence
Chromium Supportive 47 studies
Weight Loss
Impact
High effect
C Goal FitB- Strength of SupportC- CoverageC+ Formula Quality

Chromium and vanadium target glucose handling, while the bean-based Trim Plex appears intended to reduce carbohydrate absorption. The chromium amount and organic form are useful strengths.

The bean blend lacks species, active standardization, and a clear starch-blocking yield. Evidence for meaningful weight change from chromium or vanadium is inconsistent.

Study evidence
Chromium No effect 24 studies

Ingredients

IngredientAmount per serving
Chromium (Chromium Dinicotinate Glycinate)
200 mcg
Vanadium (Bis(Maltolato)OxoVanadium)
100 mcg
Trim Plex
700 mg
Gluten Free Adults 18–50 Women
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B- Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityA+ Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyB+ Value

BMOV provides a well-defined vanadium form with a meaningful supplemental amount. The label data clearly identifies both the mineral amount and its source, which supports precise use. Manufacturing and independent purity standards are not disclosed, while the cost per serving appears competitive.

B- Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityA- Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyA+ Value

Chromium dinicotinate glycinate is a highly bioavailable organic form at a preferred dose. The source is not branded, and the label gives only one chromium amount. Meaningful vanadium content adds formula value to an otherwise moderately priced chromium serving.

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Published studies used for the product analysis and the top-ranked studies for each ingredient and goal.

  1. Insulin Receptor Substrates Regulation and Clinical Responses Following Vanadium-Enriched Yeast Supplementation in Obese Type 2 Diabetic Patients: a Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trial.
    Ghalichi F; Saghafi-Asl M; Kafil B; Faghfouri AH; Jourshari MR; Naserkiadeh AA; Ostadrahimi A · Biological trace element research · 2023
    Randomized trial44 participantsMetabolism Boost forVanadium
  2. Effect of vanadium on insulin sensitivity in patients with impaired glucose tolerance.
    Jacques-Camarena O; González-Ortiz M; Martínez-Abundis E; López-Madrueño JF; Medina-Santillán R · Annals of nutrition & metabolism · 2009
    Randomized trial14 participantsMetabolism Boost forVanadium
  3. Metabolic effects of vanadyl sulfate in humans with non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus: in vivo and in vitro studies.
    Goldfine AB; Patti ME; Zuberi L; Goldstein BJ; LeBlanc R; Landaker EJ; Jiang ZY; Willsky GR; Kahn CR · Metabolism: clinical and experimental · 2000
    Clinical trial16 participantsMetabolism Boost forVanadium
  4. Effects of vanadyl sulfate on carbohydrate and lipid metabolism in patients with non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus.
    Boden G; Chen X; Ruiz J; van Rossum GD; Turco S · Metabolism: clinical and experimental · 1996
    Non-randomized trial8 participantsMetabolism Boost forVanadium
  5. Systematic review and meta-analysis of the efficacy and safety of chromium supplementation in diabetes.
    Suksomboon N; Poolsup N; Yuwanakorn A · Journal of clinical pharmacy and therapeutics · 2015
    Meta-analysis25 studies pooledMetabolism Boost forChromium
  6. Improved meta-analytic methods show no effect of chromium supplements on fasting glucose.
    Bailey CH · Biological trace element research · 2014
    Meta-analysis809 participants16 studies pooledMetabolism Boost forChromium
  7. Elevated intakes of supplemental chromium improve glucose and insulin variables in individuals with type 2 diabetes.
    Anderson RA; Cheng N; Bryden NA; Polansky MM; Cheng N; Chi J; Feng J · Diabetes · 1997
    Randomized trial180 participantsMetabolism Boost forChromium
  8. Chromium supplementation in non-obese non-diabetic subjects is associated with a decline in insulin sensitivity.
    Masharani U; Gjerde C; McCoy S; Maddux BA; Hessler D; Goldfine ID; Youngren JF · BMC endocrine disorders · 2013
    Randomized trial31 participantsMetabolism Boost forChromium
  9. The Effects of Supplementation with Chromium on Insulin Resistance Indices in Women with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Clinical Trials.
    Heshmati J; Omani-Samani R; Vesali S; Maroufizadeh S; Rezaeinejad M; Razavi M; Sepidarkish M · Hormone and metabolic research = Hormon- und Stoffwechselforschung = Hormones et metabolisme · 2018
    Meta-analysis268 participants5 studies pooledMetabolism Boost forChromium
  10. Chromium Supplementation and the Effects on Metabolic Status in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial.
    Jamilian M; Asemi Z · Annals of nutrition & metabolism · 2016
    Randomized trial64 participantsMetabolism Boost forChromium
  11. A Comprehensive insight into the effect of chromium supplementation on oxidative stress indices in diabetes mellitus: A systematic review.
    Kooshki F; Tutunchi H; Vajdi M; Karimi A; Niazkar HR; Shoorei H; Pourghassem Gargari B · Clinical and experimental pharmacology & physiology · 2024
    Systematic review33 studies pooledMetabolism Boost forChromium
  12. Comparison of nutritional supplements in improving glycolipid metabolism and endocrine function in polycystic ovary syndrome: a systematic review and network meta-analysis.
    Hu X; Wang W; Su X; Peng H; Tan Z; Li Y; Huang Y · PeerJ · 2023
    Meta-analysis2,362 participants41 studies pooledMetabolism Boost forChromium
  13. [Chromium supplementation in patients with type 2 diabetes and high risk of type 2 diabetes: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials].
    San Mauro-Martin I; Ruiz-León AM; Camina-Martín MA; Garicano-Vilar E; Collado-Yurrita L; Mateo-Silleras Bd; Redondo Del Río Mde P · Nutricion hospitalaria · 2017
    Meta-analysis13 studies pooledMetabolism Boost forChromium
  14. The Influences of Chromium Supplementation on Metabolic Status in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus and Coronary Heart Disease.
    Farrokhian A; Mahmoodian M; Bahmani F; Amirani E; Shafabakhsh R; Asemi Z · Biological trace element research · 2021
    Randomized trial64 participantsWeight Loss forChromium
  15. Chromium picolinate supplementation attenuates body weight gain and increases insulin sensitivity in subjects with type 2 diabetes.
    Martin J; Wang ZQ; Zhang XH; Wachtel D; Volaufova J; Matthews DE; Cefalu WT · Diabetes care · 2006
    Randomized trial37 participantsWeight Loss forChromium
  16. Chromium picolinate reduces insulin resistance in polycystic ovary syndrome: Randomized controlled trial.
    Ashoush S; Abou-Gamrah A; Bayoumy H; Othman N · The journal of obstetrics and gynaecology research · 2017
    Randomized trial100 participantsWeight Loss forChromium
  17. Chromium supplementation and polycystic ovary syndrome: A systematic review and meta-analysis.
    Fazelian S; Rouhani MH; Bank SS; Amani R · Journal of trace elements in medicine and biology : organ of the Society for Minerals and Trace Elements (GMS) · 2018
    Meta-analysis351 participants7 studies pooledWeight Loss forChromium
  18. Chromium picolinate balances the metabolic and clinical markers in nonalcoholic fatty liver disease: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial.
    Kooshki F; Moradi F; Karimi A; Niazkar HR; Khoshbaten M; Maleki V; Pourghassem Gargari B · European journal of gastroenterology & hepatology · 2021
    Randomized trial46 participantsWeight Loss forChromium