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Chromium Picolinate
Swanson
4.8
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
(374 ratings)
Chromium 200 mcg
Score 75.0
A 200 mcg Chromax Chromium Picolinate supplement, offering good bioavailability but at a less competitive price point for its specific dosage.
Quantity: 60 Capsule(s)Servings size: 1 Capsule(s) (60 servings)
Selected goals:
Other goals:
Heart Health
Mood Support
Weight Loss
Energy
Anti-Inflammatory Support
leaderboard Score 75.0
A 200 mcg Chromax Chromium Picolinate supplement, offering good bioavailability but at a less competitive price point for its specific dosage.
This Swanson Chromium Picolinate product explicitly states it uses 'Chromax Chromium Picolinate' at a 200 mcg dose. Chromax is a patented form known for superior bioavailability, which is a positive. However, its price per serving is higher than a very similar Swanson product (ID 118246) which is also Chromium Picolinate 200mcg, making it less competitive purely on value. Nutritionists generally recommend Chromax for those seeking improved absorption of chromium.
- Contains Chromax, a patented and more bioavailable form of chromium picolinate.
- Standard and effective 200 mcg dosage.
- From a reputable brand, Swanson.
- Significantly higher price per serving compared to other 200 mcg chromium picolinate options, including another Swanson product.
- Doesn't offer a higher dose or additional synergistic ingredients to justify the increased price over basic picolinate.
$5.99($0.09 per serving)
 iHerb | $ 5.99 |
| Ingredient | Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| Chromium (Chromax Chromium Picolinate) | 200 mcg |
Categories
Chromium 75.0
While using the quality Chromax form, its higher price per serving for a 200 mcg dose puts it at a disadvantage compared to other equally effective or more cost-efficient chromium options in the market, reducing its overall competitiveness within the collection.
Goals
Metabolism Boost 88.0
The use of Chromax, a superior and well-researched form, at an effective 200 mcg dose, makes this product highly capable of boosting glucose metabolism and insulin sensitivity, leading to efficient metabolic function.
Weight Loss 78.0
By improving metabolic efficiency and blood sugar control, this Chromax product offers solid support for weight management. Its enhanced bioavailability could make it slightly more effective than standard picolinate for some individuals in achieving their goals.
Energy 68.0
The enhanced absorption of Chromax could lead to more stable blood sugar levels, contributing to more consistent energy throughout the day. However, it is still a supportive mineral and not a direct, immediate source of energy.
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