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ChromeMate
Chromium helps insulin metabolize fat, turn protein into muscle and convert sugar into energy. This unique form of niacin-bound chromium,
is designed to optimize energy output. It accomplishes this by increasing the amount of glucose available for energy
production nearly twenty-fold. It also is the “master” nutrient for controlling blood sugar, which in turn,
curbs sugar cravings.
Significant findings were reported by researchers at the University of Texas, who looked at the effect of chromium supplementation
and exercise training on obese women. The study examined chromium supplementation, with or without exercise training, on 43
women. Researchers examined both chromium picolinate and chromium polynicotinate. They concluded that “exercise
training combined with chromium polynicotinate supplementation resulted in significant weight loss and lowered the insulin
response to an oral glucose load.”
In addition to its ability to regulate blood sugar/insulin levels, chromium
is also linked to cardiovascular wellness. Various studies have shown its ability to reduce hypertension and to lower cholesterol.
In 1993, researchers at Auburn University showed that supplementation with 200 mcg of chromium (as ChromeMate) significantly
lowered moderate levels of cholesterol by an average of 14% and improved total cholesterol HDL ("good") cholesterol
ratios by 7% in
male athletes.
In a recent study, researchers at Georgetown University Medical Center showed that a combination
of ChromeMate and grape seed extract significantly lowered both total cholesterol levels and LDL ("bad") cholesterol
levels by 16.5% and 20%, respectively, in people with elevated blood cholesterol levels.
Chromium levels are known
to decrease with age and chromium-rich foods such as organ meats and wheat germ are often NOT included in many Americans' diets. This may have an influence
on possible chromium deficiency.
Unfortunately, chromium is not easily absorbed. Decreasing intake levels
coupled with Americans’ high intake of refined sugars can increase the loss of chromium through urination. Therefore,
absorption is a key consideration.
There are two forms of chromium. The inexpensive version called picolinate and a high-quality niacin-bound
form known as polynicotinate. Again, the difference is quality. ChromeMate’s patented oxygen-coordinated, chromium-niacin
complex is over 18 times more potent than any other form of niacin-bound chromium. ChromeMate is absorbed and retained
by the body 300% more than picolinate.
One (1) tablet contains: | Chromium (as chromium polynicotinate) | 200 mcg. | Other
Ingredients:
in a base of rice flour and vegetable stearate | |
Please consult with your physician before taking
this, or any other, nutritional supplement.
The Food & Drug Administration has not evaluated these
statements. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
This information on this site is intended for general reference purposes only and is not intended to address any
medical or health conditions. This information is not a substitute for professional medical advice or a medical exam. Prior
to taking nutritional supplements or participating
in any diet or exercise program or activity, you should seek the
advice of your physician or other qualified health professional. No health information on this site should be used to diagnose,
treat, cure or prevent any medical condition.
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